Debre Markos University | Ethiopia
Mr. Dereje Melese Liyew is a political science researcher and academic specializing in political transition, democratization, identity politics, religion and politics, peace and security, and the geopolitics of the Horn of Africa. His research critically examines state–society relations, institutional legitimacy, and governance challenges in contemporary Ethiopia. He has published peer-reviewed articles in internationally recognized journals addressing national dialogue, secularism, electoral politics, and external security engagements. His scholarship contributes to broader debates on conflict, inclusion, and political reform in Africa. He actively engages in interdisciplinary and policy-relevant research initiatives. His work reflects strong analytical depth and theoretical grounding. Overall, his research advances understanding of political dynamics in Ethiopia and the wider Horn of Africa.
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