HENOK MERHATSIDK 1.pdf - Addis Ababa University

Appendix (4) Interview Guideline Questions for Abdiwasa Abdilhi
Introduction
I am, Henok Merhatsidk a post graduate student in international Relations, AAU.I am doing
my MA thesis on Security Factors affecting Ethio-Kenya Relations (post 1991) Challenges
and Prospects. The main objective of the study is to look into Ethio-Kenya political and
security relations in tackling both their domestic and external security threats.
Therefore your genuine information is highly appreciated and valuable for the study. I would
like to assure you that confidentiality for your comments will be respected and will be used
only for research purpose. I greatly appreciate and acknowledge your taking time to speak
with me.
1. How do you evaluate the Ethio-Kenya relations in safeguarding the peace and stability
of their common border? What are the major threats for Ethio-Kenya security?
2. How do you evaluate the involvement of Ethiopia and Kenya in the peace process of
Sudan and Somalia? What are the spillover effects of conflict in Somalia and Sudan for
Ethiopia and Kenya?
3. How do you evaluate the security situation in the Ogaden Region of Ethiopia? What are
the main causes for the lingering problem in that particular part of Ethiopia?
4. How do you see the impact of Ethiopian government policies and actions in solving
security issues in Ogaden?