ABSTRACT
The chapter outlines a theory of the Ethiopian parliament that shows the complex relations of the parliament, the people and the executive branch with each other. These relations are defined by a set of factors closely related with hierarchy, competence, trust and resistance. Hierarchy and competence are key in defining the structure and composition of the institutions and the public, while trust and resistance show how these actors relate to one another. Further to the theory of the Ethiopian parliament, the chapter outlines areas of further research, such as infrastructure and access and its impact on representation and participation. Finally, the chapter explores recommendations for parliamentary and constitutional reform from different actors including parliamentarians; and presents it as an important area of further research.
