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Madeira

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first: 2003-11-20
most recent: 2022-05-23
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“Our ability to track the progress of the concept of operations will now equip AMISOM with the data to make the required adjustments in terms of achieving the objective of the transition plan. The Council recently received for its consideration the report of the Chairperson of the African Union on the fifth African Union-United Nations joint review of AMISOM. under the African Union Peace and Security Council's 9 May communique. As highlighted in both of those documents, AMISOM. has recorded significant progress in implementing the transition plan. In order to maintain that progress and ensure a comprehensive approach to security based on the outcomes of the 2018 joint review, AMISOM. has deployed its civilian sector teams.”
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“will start its reconfiguration exercise across the remaining sectors, particularly in sector 5. We are currently discussing the modalities for the handing over of Warsheikh, in sector 5, to the Somali police force. I am pleased to report that in addition to operationalizing AMISOM's concept of operations across all sectors, AMISOM. has put in place a monitoring and evaluation mechanism. All AMISOM senior officials, starting with my deputy, are placed in different sectors to very closely follow developments and the implementation of the concept of operations and the challenges it faces, as well as to ensure that we support our commanders to make sure that we deliver on our transition plan.”
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“That includes dedicated implementation plans for all AMISOM. sectors, taking into consideration the collapsing of forward-operating bases or handing them over to Somali security forces, and the creation of quick-reaction forces and mobile forces for the military component. I am happy to report that, in line with the concept of operations, to date three AMISOM. sectors have undergone reconfiguration, with the creation of quick- reaction forces and mobile forces. Operations are taking place in sectors a to 6. AMISOM. also handed over its Afmadow forward operating base to the Jubaland security forces in April. In the coming weeks, as the Somali security forces begin to increase their capacity to generate forces and assume security responsibilities, AMISOM.”
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“Secondly, the transition will need to see an accelerated inclusive political settlement between the Government and the regional states, as well as between clans, particularly agreements on resource- and power- sharing, governance, land issues, oversight structures and the integration of forces. In resolution 2431 (2018), the Council directed AMISOM. to develop a new concept of operations that would be aligned with supporting the implementation of the transition plan. That exercise was completed last November. However, to fully operationalize the concept of operations, AMISOM. sector commanders met from 11 to 14 February with their Somali National Army counterparts in Mogadishu. The outcome of the sector commanders conference now forms the basis for AMISOM's reconfiguration of its military, police and civilian components.”
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“remains clear about the trajectory of the transition and our final exit from Somalia, as guided by the African Union Peace and Security Council and the United Nations Security Council. For that reason, it is important that we collectively address some of the key challenges affecting the implementation of the transition. First, the Federal Government will need further assistance in generating the required troops to undertake joint operations with AMISOM, assume security responsibilities, hold territories and make sure that the population is with it and does not run away from it.”
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“We have transferred security responsibility for Mogadishu stadium to Somali security forces and recently, on 28 February, we handed over J aalle Siyaad Barre Military Academy. Between mid-February and 5 April, we completed the drawdown of 1,000 troops. Meanwhile, in preparation for securing the main supply route between Mogadishu and Baidoa and recapturing Lego, we undertook key shipping operations in Sabiid and Bariire, which Ijust spoke about. As part of our comprehensive approach to security, AMISOM. also registered a key milestone on the institutional capacity-building pillar. With the completion of the regional forces operational readiness assessment in mid-February, AMISOM.”
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“Mindful of that threat, and as we approach the height of Ramadan, AMISOM, together with Somali partners, is prepared for any counter-attacks on Sabiid and Bariire and for reprisal attacks on Mogadishu. We are equally anticipating and putting in place measures to address Al-Shabaab's operations in their new locations across the Bay, Bakool and Hiran regions. Iwould now like to turn to the status of the transition plan. It is now one year since the African Union Peace and Security Council endorsed the transition plan, in its 769th communique, of 30 April 2018. Since then, AMISOM. has continued to register progress in implementing the transition plan, based on our available capabilities. On the operational pillar, AMISOM. has successfully completed key tasks.”
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“We need to be sure that Somalia's security forces are equipped and supplied with essential hardware and means to contain Al-Shabaab. The group remains a potent threat, especially with its ability to recruit, self-finance and target Government officials, businesses and civilians. While we have been witnessing an intermittent downward trend in Al-Shabaab's operational activities, including mid-level defections, we must remain vigilant when it comes to the emerging threat of the Islamic State. During the reporting period, we observed that the Islamic State might be exploiting A1-Shabaab's recent tactical shift. In that respect, AMISOM. is assessing reports that the Islamic State is seeking to move into areas previously controlled by AI-Shabaab.”
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“stands ready to work with international partners, the Federal Government and South-West state to identify, screen and train a local policing force, both in Sabiid and Bariire as well as other recovered areas. If there is a lesson to be learned from Sabiid and Bariire, it is that successful Somali National Army- 1ed operations under the right conditions are possible and achievable. Somalis have the capacity to take over responsibility for the security of their own country. Those conditions are: the ability of the Somali National Army to generate forces; a properly trained Army; a well-equipped Army; and guaranteed Army salaries. Fortunately, all those conditions were available and met prior to and during the Sabiid and Bariire operations. That is the way to go.”
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“While on the topic of stabilization and early- recovery activities, I am pleased to report that AMISOM will be scaling up its support to the residents of Sabiid. That follows an initial support package of non-food items to 600 households, consisting of 2,700 blankets, 2,700 plastic sheets and 3,050 mosquito nets. Our new focus, following interaction with Lower Shabelle stakeholders, will now be on Sabiid's immediate needs, as well as those of Bariire. To further ensure that stabilization takes place, AMISOM. welcomes the recent initiative announced by Prime Minister Khayre on 18 May on behalf of the Federal Government to align military and policing activities in Sabiid. In that regard, AMISOM.”
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“A Government-led, coordinated and complementary joint intervention, conducted shoulder- to-shoulder with AMISOM, the United Nations, the European Union, the United States of America, the United Kingdom and other partners, is implementing a comprehensive approach to security in Sabiid and Bariire, under the transition plan. The recovery of Sabiid represents an overall success for the Somali National Army, for AMISOM and for partners. Key to that success has been joint comprehensive planning and coordination, both in terms of military and civilian tasks. That approach and support for it need to be sustainable, predictable and assured so that Sabiid, Bariire and other towns that are going to be liberated from Al-Shabaab as a result of the implementation of the transition plan do not fall back into the hands of the extremist group.”
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“The Government has put in place infrastructure to receive and distribute humanitarian assistance and attend to other pressing needs of the population. Humanitarian agencies are responding generously by availing themselves of and distributing emergency food items, medicines, water purification tablets, mosquito nets, blankets, iron and plastic sheets and other emergency requirements. Partners are reacting positively to the Government's appeal for quick- impact projects to open up roads, build schools, police stations and other public infrastructure, providing the population with sustainable sources of water, health services, schools, a marketplace and essential services. What is happening in Lower Shabelle is a game-changer.”
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“One month and three weeks later, the Somali National Army continues to hold the bridge town of Sabiid. The town is being rebuilt and stabilized. Ninety per cent of the population that fled the town at the time of occupation have now returned to their homes. The Somali National Army is patrolling the streets of Sabiid, protecting population centres and securing critical infrastructure and sensitive sites. The Governor of Lower Shabelle is tirelessly in touch with the population, moving from village to Village, listening to their needs and concerns and helping to address them. He has asked the population to identify a suitable person from among them to be appointed as administrator of the town.”
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“On 1 April, a well-trained and equipped battalion of the Somali National Army, together with Danab special forces and AMISOM, successfully dislodged Al-Shabaab from Sabiid, a strategic bridge town in the fertile plains of the Shabelle River. A month later, the town of Bariire, sprawling on both sides of the Shabelle River, was also taken by another battalion of the Somali National Army, supported by AMISOM. and partners. For seven years, the town of Sabiid was a strategic stronghold of AI-Shabaab. It offered the extremist group a hub for assembling vehicle-borne improvised explosive devices that were routinely transported into Mogadishu and indiscriminately targeted, maimed and killed innocent Somali men, women and children. That stronghold has now been taken away from them.”
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“In support of the National Independent Electoral Commission, AMISOM. is working closely with its Chairperson and her team, particularly in the area of capacity-building. As part of that, and in line with AMISOM's new mandate under the African Union Peace and Security Council's communique from its 848th meeting, of 9 May, AMISOM. recently agreed on a support package with the Commission. The package will include training on developing an electoral security strategy, electoral dispute resolution, and a training-the-trainers course on electoral security for the Somalia police force. We note with appreciation Prime Minister Khayre's appointment of a lead official to handle the issues related to the establishment of the federal electoral security task force.”
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“In late April, the draft electoral law was tabled before the Cabinet and, on 2 May, endorsed and subsequently referred to the Federal Parliament. While AMISOM. takes note of the initial reactions to the draft electoral law, it is of essence that all stakeholders intensify their interaction with a View to achieving the final adoption of those important bills in the coming months. The work being done by the National Independent Electoral Commission to ensure that the universal elections in 2020-2021 are conducted in a free, fair and transparent manner is commendable. Over the past quarter, the Commission has registered progress on pre-voter registration preparations, including the mapping of potential sites for that purpose across Somalia. Once concluded, it will fall to the Somali security forces and AMISOM. to secure the locations.”
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“With regard to the constitutional review process, so far the two mandated constitutional bodies - the Joint Parliamentary Constitutional Review Oversight Committee and the Independent Constitutional Review and Implementation Commission ~ are delivering some progress. In that respect, AMISOM. commends their efforts, particularly the series of strategy sessions, the most recent of which was the Djibouti session in March. A key outcome of the Djibouti session was the decision to expand the review process to the regions. That is part of a public outreach and consultation campaign on the provisional Constitution. With regard to elections, the effort to speed up the review of the much-awaited electoral law and political party law was quite evident.”
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“The encouraging atmosphere of dialogue was also witnessed on 11 March, when Prime Minister Hassan Khayre paid a working visit to Kismayo, where he spent a number of days as the guest of Mr. Madobe, regional President of Jubaland, with whom he discussed ways of advancing consensus in Somalia. Despite divided opinions about its outcome, the recently concluded week-long meeting in Garowe represents an important step in the right direction after a long time of absence of collaborative engagement between the Federal Government of Somalia and the regional member states. The African Union encouraged that effort as we look forward to a new round of talks to accelerate the implementation of Somalia's inclusive political agenda.”
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“All without exception hailed the values of reconciliation and solidarity and appealed for the unity of the Somalian nation. In his remarks during the event, President Abdullahi Farmajo called for forgiveness and collaboration and pledged that he will spare no effort in resolving the political stand-off between his Government and the federalmember states. Since January this year, AMISOM has observed the gradual evolving of centre-periphery relations. Both the Federal Government and federal member states are investing effort in dialogue to reset their relations. It is in the international community's interest to continue to encourage and harness the readiness of the Somali political stakeholders to engage with each other.”
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“She will be remembered for her valuable contribution to efforts for peace and stability on our continent. In previous reporting periods, differences between the Federal Government and the federal member states overshadowed the political landscape in the country and warranted our collective and justified concern. Today in Somalia we are witnessing encouraging signs of political engagement. The inaugural ceremony of Mr. Saed Abdullahi Mohamed Deni as President of Puntland, in January, was a significant moment of gathering and collective reflection in that regard. The event brought to Garowe the entire Somali political class. Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif and Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, as well as leaders of the regional states, ministers, lawmakers and their national leaders, were in attendance.”
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“Mr. Madeira: I thank you, Mr. President, for giving me this opportunity to address the Security Council on the situation in Somalia. Allow me to start by expressing my condolences to the United Nations family and to the families of the 21 United Nations colleagues who perished in the Ethiopian air disaster in March. We at the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) pay tribute to them for their service to humankind and their efforts to make our world a better world. On behalf of the African Union Commission, I would also like to pay tribute to AMISOM's former Acting Police Commissioner, Ms. Christine Alalo, who also perished in the March air crash. Her exceptional leadership qualities, commitment and passion were instrumental in the positive performance ofAMISOM's police component in very challenging circumstances.”
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“and the Federal Government of Somalia met as part of a brainstorming exercise on the elaboration of the detailed implementation plan for the concept of operations. The African Union's expectation is that future meetings on operationalizing the concept of operations will include the participation of key international partners.”
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“military, the resectorization of our forces and the increased presence of the AMISOM civilian component across its sectors, in support of its armed forces. The AMISOM. revised concept of operations for the transition period is consistent with the transition plan and with resolution 2431 (2018), and was approved in November by the Chiefs of Defence Forces of AMISOM troop- and police-contributing countries. As the African Union looks forward to the Peace and Security Council formally endorsing the concept of operations in the coming weeks, AMISOM. and the Federal Government will begin detailed operational planning this month. Last December, under the framework of the Somalia-African Union Task Force, the civilian, military and police components of both AMISOM.”
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“Over the coming weeks and as AMISOM'S civilian staff begins to deploy across other federal member states, it will become important for the Council to stand ready to consider strengthening the role of the AMISOM. civilian component. In that connection, I want to thank Mr. Haysom and Ms. Filipetto, Head of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia, for their unreserved support in the deployment of AMISOM's civilian component through the provision of living space, office space and other logistical support. Last November, in close collaboration with the Federal Government and federal member states, AMISOM. conducted an exercise to develop its revised concept of operations. During the mandated exercise, key issues were agreed on, including the reconfiguration of the AMISOM.”
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“police component is continuing its support to the operational readiness assessment of the regional forces, which has now reached Puntland. This is a process that will eventually support the integration of the regional forces, as stipulated in the national security architecture. Further, the AMISOM. civilian component continues to play a vital role in supporting the Mission's uniformed personnel across the AMISOM. area of responsibility, as mandated by the Security Council. In that context, I am happy to report that on 30 December, AMISOM. deployed its first-ever civilian staff to work alongside its uniformed personnel in Jowhar and Kismaayo.”
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“As part of that exercise, AMISOM's Burundi contingent has begun relocating from the academy to its base in Jowhar. With the operational planning for Mogadishu- Lego-Baidoa completed, AMISOM's military stands ready to jointly execute the operation in the coming weeks with its Somali National Army counterparts. On the other hand, AMISOM. police have also continued to carry out a range of activities in furtherance of the Mission's exit strategy - and, I would like to add, with very limited personnel strength. Even with those limitations, AMISOM's police continue to maintain its presence across Somalia, notably in Mogadishu, Baidoa, Beledweyne, Kismaayo and Jowhar, supporting the empowerment of the Somali police force through training and mentoring. Currently, and in support of the transition plan, the AMISOM.”
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“First, in accordance with resolution 2431 (2018), AMISOM's military undertook a series of robust operations across its areas of responsibility, aimed at flushing out Al-Shabaab and recovering territory from the terrorist group. Recently, these have included joint AMISOM-Somali National Army operations to liberate the Somali coastal areas that connect Mogadishu to Merca. Similarly, AMISOM. forces have conducted joint operations in Jubaland, Shabelle and HirShabelle, specifically in El-Wak and Beledweyne up to Jalalaqsi. Following the transfer of security responsibility for the Mogadishu stadium, AMISOM's military continues to work in support of the transition plan, with its immediate focus on transferring the security of Somalia's military academy by next month, February.”
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“For its part, AMISOM. will continue to support those frameworks and the important security reforms being implemented by the Federal Government. At the inception of AMISOM's current mandate, the understanding was that the Mission's efforts would focus on transiting from Somalia. In that regard, permit me to reiterate that AMISOM. is actively working towards its exit from Somalia. An essential part of that has been the African Union's endorsement of the transition plan, which is centred on the implementation of AMISOM's exit strategy, particularly in helping to empower the Somali security forces to take over security responsibilities. Based on that reality and since my last briefing to the Council, AMISOM. has undertaken a series of activities as part of realizing its exit strategy. Allow me to highlight some of those activities.”
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“The continued threat posed by Al-Shabaab, as witnessed by the recent mortar attack against the AMISOM. compound in Mogadishu two days ago, is a reminder of the work still to be done. Both Al-Shabaab and the Islamic State continue to maintain an active presence across Somalia, with increased lethality capacity. As I often observed during my briefings to the Council in 2018, the threat ofAl-Shabaab will ultimately require continued efforts to deny the group the capacity to recruit from among the population, the completion of the national security architecture, increased integration of regional forces and further progress on the comprehensive approach to security. The adoption by the Government of Somalia of the national strategy for preventing and countering violent extremism is a very welcome development in that direction.”
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“Throughout 2018, a noticeable commitment was the restructuring of the Somali National Army, with the appointment of several senior military commanders. Security reform efforts have taken place in Mogadishu with the restructuring of the national intelligence and security agency, the integration of its militarized units into the Somali police, and the deployment of the 14 October brigade in areas such as Afgooye, Balad, Busra and Merca. In an effort to offer a durable solution to Somali security sector reform, the National Security Council in Baidoa endorsed the transition plan. As part of the plan, both the Federal Government and federal member states agreed to focus on three pilot areas: the hand-over of Mogadishu stadium, securing the main supply route between Mogadishu and Baidoa and the reoccupation of Lego.”
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“In that regard, the African Union welcomes the direct budgetary support of the European Union in the form of â‚¬100 million and grants worth â‚¬80 million from the World Bank. The third area of great interest remains security. The Federal Government is increasingly showing readiness to confront risks and tackle issues that will allow its security forces to take over the country's security responsibility from the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). The push for reform has been at its core, particularly in the areas of biometric registration, payroll reform and the ongoing operational readiness assessment of Somalia's regional forces, which is a requirement for force integration, as part of the national security architecture.”
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“If carried out in a mutually agreed manner, it will go a long way towards addressing the issues at the source of recurrent political tensions and removing perceived or real grey areas in the country. Although agreements so far achieved in that context are in their early stages, more discussions and negotiations between the Federal Government and federal member states will be required and, consequently, so will more and generous support from Security Council members. Throughout 2018, Somalia's economy continued to move in the direction of recovery. Some of its notable successes have been the completion of the second 12-month International Monetary Fund staff-monitored programme - now on its third review, which is expected to be completed this year - and Somalia's eligibility to receive the urgently needed financial support.”
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“A key milestone towards that effort was the successful conclusion of the national constitutional convention in 2018. It is hoped that this will strengthen rule of law and advance reconciliation across Somalia. Building on that legislative and institutional framework, the end of 2018 saw the Federal Government announce progress on the constitutional review process. To date, there has been a review of five out of a total of fifteen chapters of the Constitution. With that progress, the African Union looks forwards to its early completion in 2019. The urgent need to expedite the adoption of crucial legislation and build duly agreed and Parliament- sanctioned institutional frameworks to shape the new State of Somalia cannot be overemphasized.”
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“In reality, the issue is not about what needs to be done in that regard. The Baidoa meeting has already decided on that. The issue is about how it can be done, in what time frame and with what resources. The issue of resources to implement those agreements is very important. Success in that process will be vital to Somalia's cohesion and lasting reconciliation. Throughout 2018, efforts were made to develop legislative and institutional frameworks that will be essential to the visibility, assurance and the predictability of Government action in harnessing people's legitimate expectations and to the holding of landmark elections next year. The same should be said with regard to the regional elections that will take place next year. Proper legislation and predictions will prevent any future squabbles and conflict.”
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“Our aim was to explore avenues for supporting a consensual solution to outstanding disputes between some federal member states and the Federal Government. That was the same message that the African Union Peace and Security Council offered to the Federal Government and federal member states during their successful field trip to Somalia in November. Both the Federal Government and the federal member states deserve praise for the landmark agreements reached at the National Security Council meeting in Baidoa on the electoral model that will determine how power can be accessed in a peaceful, increasingly participatory and democratic manner and how federalism will be deepened in terms of power- sharing and resource-sharing between the Federal Government and the Governments of the federal member states.”
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“It is important that substantial efforts continue to be invested in ensuring that the issues at the base of volatile relations between the Federal Government of Somalia and the leaders of some of the federal member states, as well as those between the House of the People and the executive, are addressed in a predictable, satisfactory and sustainable manner. The relationship between the Federal Government and some of the federal member states remains a key concern for the African Union. As part of the African Union's own efforts, carried out side by side with those of the United Nations to help in this regard, I agreed to undertake a series of diplomatic engagements with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Mr. Nicholas Haysom.”
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“The Gulf crisis spillover effect that had threatened to destabilize Somalia's cohesion is slowly registering improvements. It is important that this trend continue and that the strains in the relations that still exist between Somalia and other Gulf States be diffused. While 2018 has demonstrated that there is room for optimism for Somalia in some key areas, more work will be required by all Somalia's stakeholders. It is at home, in Somalia, that inclusive politics must be seen and perceived to be working in terms of power-sharing, resource-sharing and land issues.”
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“Business relations between the Gulf and the Horn of Africa are substantial. Approximately $13-billion worth of Gulf investment can be traced in the Horn from 2000 to 2017. Large-scale migration from the Horn to the Gulf has a multifaceted mutual impact and influence on both the Horn and the Gulf in terms of political, business and religious dynamics, economic growth, peace and stability. Being part of these multifaceted dynamics and seeking to influence them in a positive direction, rather than shying away from them, is vital for the brighter future of Somalia. It is therefore encouraging to see that, in addition to positive diplomatic overtures from the Gulf States, in October Prime Minister Hassan Khayre paid a successful visit to Riyadh after approximately 18 months of reportedly challenging relations.”
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“Regionally we are seeing Somalia increasingly seeking to complement its internal mechanisms with regionally centred security and economic cooperation and good- neighbourliness projection and approaches, especially with Ethiopia and Eritrea. The importance of the regional tripartite meetings that have been taking place at the different levels between these three countries cannot be underestimated in terms of their potential to foster and enhance mutual trust and bring about a more cohesive, focused and people-centred regional harmony and integration. Beyond the region, the Gulf and the Horn of Africa share together a long history of economic, religious and political engagement. In recent years, the Gulf States have increasingly become major economic and political actors in the Horn region once again.”
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“It has been almost two years since Somalia successfully effected its second peaceful transfer of power at the highest echelons of Government in a political process that saw the establishment of a bicameral Parliament, relatively more participatory national suffrage, the election of President Farmajo and the appointment of Prime Minister Hassan Khayre. This success was possible owing in part to the concerted role of international partners, including the strong partnership that exists between the African Union and the United Nations. Taking advantage of the winds of change blowing in the region, Somalia was able to capitalize on the positive aspects of these changes and accumulated significant gains both regionally and beyond.”
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“Mr. Madeira: I thank you, Mr. President, for the opportunity to brief the Council on the situation in Somalia once again. It is always a great honour to speak before this organ. In my address to the Council last September (see S/PV.8352), I spoke of signs of movement forward in Somalia. Allow me today to highlight three areas of action that, if properly supported and sustainably implemented, can remain a source of great optimism and a force for change in the direction of our concerted effort to help deliver for the people of Somalia a reconciled, peaceful and prosperous country.”
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“In doing so, I welcome the commitment of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia to working alongside AMISOM's soon-to-be-deployed civilians across the federal member states. Similarly, as required by resolution 2431 (2018), AMISOM. has recently concluded a comprehensive internal review ofits capabilities, I am pleased to report that the review was conducted in full transparency, highlighting AMISOM'S achievements within its capabilities and identifying gaps across its three components. The outcomes, including defining a model for AMISOM's reconfiguration, will set a baseline for the next AMISOM. concept of operations. That will also provide enhanced support to the implementation of the transition.”
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“The next six months will be crucial for the African Union and AMISOM. as we focus on the critical tasks ahead. Following the fourth joint review of AMISOM, the AU Peace and Security Council renewed AMISOM's mandate at its 782nd ministerial meeting, as reflected in its 27 June communique, which is now complemented by Council resolution 2431 (2018). The implications of both mandates are far-reaching. The transformation of AMISOM's operations is taking place across Somalia as we plan our eventual exit from the country. In adjusting to the new strategic and operational realities, AMISOM. is now in its final phase of deploying its civilian component across its sectors. Their role will be to support AMISOM. military and police in implementing the transition plan, in addition to focusing on stabilization, reconciliation and human rights efforts.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“A formal handover of the premises will be completed at a date and in accordance with modalities mutually agreed with the federal Government of Somalia and all stakeholders once the United Nations Support Office in Somalia concludes the environmental clean up of the stadium. As for the remaining pilot locations, securing the Mogadishu-Baidoa main supply route has seen major progress. More needs to be done, particularly on ensuring that the commitments made during the past two National Security Council meetings in Mogadishu and Baidoa are implemented not only by the Federal Government, but also by the federal member states. More important is the financial support required from Somalia's international partners so as to ensure that we can mitigate potential threats to the transition and not reverse the gains made by AMISOM.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“This close partnership and joint planning is now the basis of AMISOM's mentorship of the Somali security forces and, within the coming weeks, planning will soon be devolved to the regional security offices as part of the Federal Government's next step on transition. This also represents a major step in transition planning, as federal member states will receive urgently needed support for their regional support offices. Regarding the implementation of the pilot phase, as announced in July at the Brussels Somalia Partnership Forum by His Excellency Ambassador Sma'i'l Chergui, Commissioner for Peace and Security of the African Union, AMISOM. would hand over the Mogadishu stadium. It is with great pride that I wish to inform the Council that AMISOM. has now relocated from Mogadishu stadium.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“The rationale for the transition is to design a framework for building Somali operational and institutional capacity for its forces as well as to meet the needs of Somali citizens, especially in the areas of justice, responsible local governance, freedom of movement and service provision. Today, I can report that progress is being made on the implementation of the transition plan, but before that I wish to pay tribute to the efforts of the Federal Government in leading the transition implementation team. The implementation team continues to meet and plan regularly and has fostered a close partnership between AMISOM, planners and its Somali National Army counterparts.”
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“AMISOM. welcomes these important changes and looks forward to working closely with the new security chiefs in securing Mogadishu and improving security across Somalia. As Council members are fully aware, such progress will be critical in transforming the landmark national security rchitecture agreement of 2017 from design to implementation. In this connection, AMISOM. welcomes the outcomes of the National Security Council meetings that took place in Baidoa in June, calling for the completion of the national security architecture. Completing the national security architecture will ensure that the progress on transition made to date by the Federal Government and federal member states, together with AMISOM, is sustained.”
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“will continue to support these frameworks and the necessary security reforms required by the Federal Government. As Somalia navigates its way through a learning curve, we must not lose sight of the real progress made by the Federal Government and, I should add, within a short period of time. Over recent months, we have seen genuine attempts at defence reform by the Federal Government. This has seen significant progress on biometric registration, payroll reform and the recent operational readiness assessment of the regional forces conducted by AMISOM's police component. In addition, last month, we witnessed substantial changes in the security establishment and a genuine attempt to improve gender parity within its senior ranks with the appointment of Brigadier General Zakia Hussein Ahmed as Somalia's first female Deputy Police Commissioner.”
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“The African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) remains ready to partner with the Somali national security forces, which have taken over from the Mogadishu stabilization force. Similarly, beyond Mogadishu, Al-Shabaab continues to resort to using improvised explosive devices (IEDs), including vehicle-borne and remote-controlled vehicle-borne IEDs, and ambushes, particularly along the main supply routes. The impact of Al-Shabaab's freedom of movement continues constrain AMISOM. troops, Somali national forces and civilians, as well as humanitarian actors. Addressing the threat ofAl- Shabaab will ultimately require the completion of the national security architecture and progress on the comprehensive approach to security. In this regard, AMISOM.”
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“I believe in the wisdom and the capacity of the Somali leadership to overcome this new challenge through continued focus and unity of purpose, protracted dialogue, a spirit of partnership, shared interests and mutual accommodation. We should, however, remain supportive of such efforts and be ready to intervene in case of need and provide sustained dependable, timely, coherent and proactive support to the parties. Turning to the security situation, there is a backdrop of continued violence and local clan conflicts that remains areal concern. Al- Shabaab and the Islamic State continue to maintain an active presence across Somalia and to conduct deadly attacks. Most recently, there has been Al-Shabaab's shift in operations, with a renewed focus on Mogadishu. This shift creates real danger.”
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