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PART TWO
Broadcasting Agency

4. Establishment
I) The Ethiopian Broadcasting Agency (hereinafter
"the Agency") is hereby established as an
autonomous Federal Administrative Agency having
its own legal personality.
2) The Agency shall be accountable to the Prime
Minister.
5. Head Office
The Agency shall have its head office in Addis Ababa
and may establish branch offices elswhere as may be
necessary.
6. Objectives
The objectives of the Agency shall be to ensure the
expansion of a high standard, prompt and reliable
broadcasting service which can contribute to the
polhical, social and economic development and to
control it thereof.
7. Powers and Duties
The Agency shall have the following powers and duties:

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