Statements by the HR/VP
The successful conclusion of the talks between the leaders of the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) and the Federal Member States (FMS) during their summit on 20-27 May in Mogadishu, Somalia, is an important step towards the holding of peaceful elections in line with the 17 September Agreement. In this regard, we welcome Prime Minister Roble’s endeavours pursuing constructive deliberations between the federal and regional leaderships. Elections should be held without delay.
In the next steps of the process, it is key that all parties continue the constructive engagement refraining from violence or any actions derailing the process. The EU stands ready to continue our support.
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Amid Political Tension, Spirit of Compromise among Somalia’s Leaders ‘an Urgent Necessity Going Forward’, Special Representative Tells Security Council
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Following weeks of mounting political tension, Somalia’s leaders have walked “back from the brink” and resumed talks in the capital, where a positive atmosphere prevails and an agreement on electoral arrangements is now anticipated imminently, the senior United Nations official in the country told the Security Council this morning.
James Swan, who is the Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Somalia and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), spoke via videoconference to delegates gathered in the Security Council Chamber for the first time since December 2020, when the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic necessitated a return to remote work arrangements.
Wednesday, 26 May 2021, 6:52 am
A summit involving leaders of Somalia’s
political factions is underway in Mogadishu, a welcome
relief after months of
, the senior UN official in the
country told the Security Council on Tuesday, expressing
hope that a consensus on electoral plans will be announced
imminently.
James Swan, UN Special
Representative for Somalia and head of the United Nations
Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), said it is
imperative that the summit yield an implementable agreement
to hold elections in the shortest time
possible.
“Without such an agreement, and the
goodwill and sincerity to implement it, the gains which have