UN Security Council Committee visits Somalia to assess peacebuilding efforts
The UN Security Council Committee on Peacebuilding (C34) arrived in Mogadishu on Tuesday to meet with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to discuss the security and political situation in the country.
The C34 delegation, received by the Minister of Defense of the FGS, Mr. Abdulqadir Mohamed Nur, and the state Minister of Foreign Affairs of the FGS, Mr. Ali Omar Balcad, were briefed on the progress made in the fight against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group and the role of AMISOM and Somali friends in the country’s liberation.
The FGS officials highlighted the efforts of the FGS and the plans for developing the security forces and transferring security responsibility to the country as part of the Somali Transition Plan (STP).
Expressing support for the FGS, the C34 delegation commended its achievements in security, governance, and reconciliation. They also stressed the importance of timely and inclusive elections in accordance with the September 17 agreement, urging all parties to work together to resolve outstanding issues.
The C34 delegation is expected to visit other regions of Somalia and meet with representatives of the federal member states, civil society, and the international community. The visit aims to assess Somalia’s peacebuilding needs and challenges and provide recommendations on supporting the country’s stability and development to the Security Council.
In an effort to promote peace and stability in Somalia, the UN Security Council Committee on Peacebuilding (C34) arrived in Mogadishu on Tuesday. During their visit, they met with officials from the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to discuss the country’s security and political situation.
The C34 delegation was warmly received by Mr. Abdulqadir Mohamed Nur, the Minister of Defense of the FGS, and Mr. Ali Omar Balcad, the state Minister of Foreign Affairs of the FGS. The FGS officials briefed the delegation on the progress made in the fight against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group and emphasized the role of AMISOM and the support of Somali friends in liberating the country.
An important focus of the discussions was the efforts of the FGS in developing the security forces and transferring security responsibility to Somalia as part of the Somali Transition Plan (STP). These endeavors are fundamental to the country’s peacebuilding process.
The C34 delegation expressed its support for the FGS and commended its achievements in security, governance, and reconciliation. They also stressed the significance of holding timely and inclusive elections, as outlined in the September 17 agreement. The delegation urged all parties involved to collaborate and resolve any outstanding issues for the successful realization of the electoral process.
Going beyond Mogadishu, the C34 delegation is scheduled to visit other regions of Somalia. They will engage with representatives from the federal member states, civil society, and the international community. This comprehensive approach aims to assess the specific peacebuilding needs and challenges faced by Somalia. Ultimately, the delegation will provide recommendations to the Security Council on how best to support the country’s stability and development.
The visit of the C34 delegation carries immense significance in Somalia’s ongoing pursuit of lasting peace. It underscores the international community’s commitment to supporting the country’s efforts and acknowledges the progress made so far. By engaging with various stakeholders and assessing the ground reality, the delegation aims to contribute to the effective implementation of peacebuilding strategies in Somalia.
The UN Security Council Committee on Peacebuilding (C34) has embarked on a mission to Somalia that holds great promise for the country’s future. As the delegation explores Somalia’s peacebuilding needs and challenges, their recommendations to the Security Council will shape the international community’s approach toward supporting the nation’s stability and development.
In their discussions with the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), the C34 delegation received firsthand insights into the country’s security and political situation. The FGS officials emphasized the progress made against the Al-Shabaab terrorist group and outlined their plans for strengthening the security forces and transferring security responsibility to Somalia itself, in line with the Somali Transition Plan (STP).
The C34 delegation wholeheartedly expressed their support for the FGS and applauded its achievements in the critical areas of security, governance, and reconciliation. However, they firmly emphasized the necessity of holding timely and inclusive elections, as agreed upon in the September 17 agreement. To ensure the success of the electoral process, they called for collaboration among all parties involved in order to overcome any remaining obstacles.
This visit to Somalia is not confined to the capital, Mogadishu. The C34 delegation plans to visit other regions of the country, engaging with representatives from federal member states, civil society, and the international community. By delving into the ground realities and gathering insights from a wide range of stakeholders, the delegation aims to provide the Security Council with comprehensive recommendations on supporting Somalia’s stability and development.
The C34 delegation’s visit signifies the international community’s dedication to Somalia’s peacebuilding efforts. It acknowledges the progress achieved thus far and seeks to empower the nation by addressing its specific needs and challenges. Through collaborative engagement and strategic recommendations, the delegation aims to bolster Somalia’s peacebuilding endeavors and pave the way for a peaceful and prosperous future.
