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  1. “to enhance its capacity and in terms of the provision of reliable and predictable support for the TFG in a whole range of areas. Regarding how to proceed, what can be stressed at this point is the need for serious consultation with a 11-3318] view to making use of the current progress in the security area to sort out Somalia's political problem. This must be done brick by brick, for nothing can be done in Somalia in one fell swoop. As the Special Representative of the Secretary-General highlighted, Somali ownership of the process is the best approach and, ultimately, the most rewarding. IGAD is always ready to collaborate with the international community and will remain committed to peace and stability in Somalia.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  2. “The situation in Somalia is very delicate. Much has been gained in the security area, and since such progress has major positive implications for the fight against international and regional terrorist networks, it should not be allowed to be reversed. One recalls the situation only a few months ago when the terrorists were literally knocking at the doors of Villa Somalia. The current progress should be used to bring the threats posed by such dangerous elements to the region and the wider world to a definitive end. Moreover, it is very clear that focusing only on the weakness of the Somali authorities might not be all that fair. Furthermore, that approach might not serve our common objectives. In that regard, the Secretary- General is right in believing that more help in the security area is needed for AMISOM.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  3. “While the concerns of the international community in that regard are legitimate, it is nonetheless obvious that allowing the transition to end without putting in place mechanisms to ensure the preservation of the foundation of the Djibouti Agreement would be potentially dangerous and, in fact, inadvertently a major reward, including for Al-Shabaab. That explains why IGAD, and subsequently the African Union, proposed the extension of the mandate, although not for three years. Even if an election has become unavoidable, it should be handled in such a way as not to undermine the gains made in the security area. What to do is now the question faced by the TFIs authorities and their partners at the subregional, regional and international levels. At this point, perhaps what is critical is not to jump the gun.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  4. “What makes the issue so vital now is that the transition is coming to an end before the major tasks that were supposed to be handled during that period have been carried out. In that regard, the TFIs and their authorities have been found greatly wanting. Indeed, whatever differences there might be on this point, there is a consensus among the friends of Somalia on the ways and means of addressing it. What has made the issue all the more critical is that it has not only become a source of much misunderstanding among the TFI authorities, but also further undermined the international community's confidence in the TFI authorities. The situation has been exacerbated by Parliament's decision to extend its mandate for three years beyond the transition period.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  5. “For some reason, the squabble among officials of the Transitional Federal Institutions (TFIs) worsens, by coincidence or otherwise, whenever the security situation shows a major improvement. Obviously, one reason might be that, with the prospect of a more stable and better security situation, holding office becomes far more attractive and, thus, competition is literally ratcheted up. The lesson here is that whatever is done to improve or to change the political landscape should not jeopardize what has been gained in the security area. The other major factor that defines the situation in Somalia at this juncture is the fact that the end of the transition period is fast approaching. There are only three months left before the transition is completed.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  6. “We endorse everything that the report affirms in that regard. The second development in Somalia relates to the humanitarian tragedy in the country, which has been worsening recently, making that a matter of the highest priority for the TFG and the international community. The activities of the TFG in that area and to be seen to be active in addressing the tragedy will no doubt contribute to enhancing the credibility of the TFG in the eyes of the Somali people. The third point that needs to be highlighted is the fact that the political situation in the country does not show much change. Relations among senior politicians have once again become a source of serious concern.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  7. “To start with recent developments, which are essentially happy ones, the progress made in the security area over the past week, if used properly and with a sense of purpose and determination, has the potential to change the whole political landscape in Somalia or, at least, to provide the foundation for such a change. Accordingly, what has been achieved in the security domain in recent weeks and the series of defeats suffered by Al-Shabaab must not be understated. The gains made should be preserved and built upon, including because great sacrifices have been made to achieve what has been gained. That also involves ensuring that whatever is done in other areas does not cause a loss of momentum in the security field. The report of the Secretary-General (S/20ll/277) underlines such progress.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source

  8. “On behalf of the States members of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), I wish to thank you, Mr. President, for convening this meeting on Somalia. We are pleased by the presence of His Excellency Mr. Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed, Prime Minister of the Transitional Federal Government (TFG) of Somalia. We would also like to express our appreciation to the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Augustine Mahiga, for his continuous efforts to promote peace in Somalia. We wish to acknowledge the excellent working relationship among the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), IGAD and the United Nations Political Office for Somalia. First, the present situation can be described in terms of a few points, some of which have existed for some time, while others are, in effect, recent.”

    2011-05-11 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.6532 (2011) · source