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“In conclusion, we thank the Security Council for its continued support of Somalia's unity and progress. Terrorism is not only a Somali fight; it is also a regional and a global fight, in which we are all united so as to be able to counter its ever-changing threat. We encourage the Council to look beyond the borders of Somalia and support us in our regional approach to the threats we are facing. That is the only way that we can comprehensively defeat terrorism and build a lasting peace in Somalia and throughout the world.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“The Federal Government of Somalia will not tolerate Somali individuals, institutions and organizations being named in the report with little or no evidence to back up the reports' assertions. Many individuals and entities trying to invest in and rebuild Somalia have seen their reputations irresponsibly damaged or at least called into question before the international community based solely on rumour and speculation. Accordingly, we welcome the name change of the Panel of Experts. We also recommend that the Panel be relocated to better perform its mandated tasks. Moreover, we recommend drawing experts from a pool of individuals with a higher level of technical and regional expertise than previously when the Panel undertakes future investigations in Somalia.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“As a result, the Group devotes only 20 per cent of its time to being present in Somalia to monitor, analyse and investigate events in the country. Although the number of experts makes the Somalia group one of the largest United Nations sanctions regimes, the quality ofits reports has been mixed owing to the Group's minimal time spent on site, as well as to the questionable level of technical and regional expertise. Furthermore, the Monitoring Group identifies those working for reform as the primary targets of the investigation. False accusations, claims based on weak evidence, gossip and political grievances have all been used to undermine Somali efforts.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“Over the last quarter century, the Council has issued a large number of statements on the issue, but that it is time now to back up those words with appropriate action pursuant to its primary responsibility under the Charter of the United Nations to maintain international peace and security. Fourthly, subject-matter expertise and evidence-based reporting are the best practices to be used in the monitoring of a United Nations arms embargo. However, those practices seem not to be worthy of consideration today. Since the adoption of its mandate, the Monitoring Group, unlike most Panels of Experts on sanctions, which are present on the ground in the countries they monitor, has been based in Nairobi, Kenya, far from Somalia.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“Thirdly, the construction of the military base in Berbera clearly defies Council resolutions, and serves to undermine Somalia's unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity. Two years in a row, the Monitoring Group on Somalia and Eritrea has noted that the establishment of the military base in Berbera is a clear violation of the arms embargo imposed on Somalia. However, the foreign base continues to be built, with a reported completion date of 2019, and military equipment continues to be transferred. We ask Council members what the purpose of a sanctions regime is if violations of that regime by Member States are ignored by the Security Council. We wonder what the value of Council resolutions is if Somalia's sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity are continually and openly violated.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“Terrorist groups in Somalia have made use of the existing trade networks and the short distance to Somalia from across the Gulf of Aden. The impact on Somalia of the war in Yemen has been particularly acute, since we are incapable of securing remote areas along our coastline and borders. The flow of illegal weapons and resources into the country can only be curbed by targeting and destroying the networks that provide them. We ask our partners to help us improve our capacity in air surveillance, borders, customs, and law enforcement to control land borders and other sea and air access points. It is the responsibility of the Federal Government of Somalia to monitor and safeguard its borders.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“In its report, the Monitoring Group on Somalia and Eritrea concluded that, with regard to the 14 October attack, "While there is no evidence to suggest that the improvised explosive device contained home-made explosives, constructing a 1,200 kg bomb by traditional harvesting of explosive remnants of war would entail a major logistical operation; for example, Al-Shabaab would have had to harvest approximately 6,000 60-mm mortars or 190 TM-57 anti-tank mines" (S/2018/1002, para. 74). Terrorists groups like Al-Shabaab do not go through the official import channels. Consequently, our fight against terrorism is all the more challenging since large quantities of weapons and resources continue to flow into Somalia despite the embargo.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“Yet, sadly, the Somali people are receiving messages of condolences and sympathy anew from our friends and partners, following the deadly attack on Mogadishu on 9 November, which claimed the lives of more than 50 people and injured more than 100. We believe that Security Council sanctions should target such terrorist groups as Al-Shabaab, which continue to receive weapons and resources from abroad.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“Despite our belief that sanctions are flawed in principle, they continued to be imposed on Somalia without proper assessment of their effectiveness for the attainment of the Council's desired end goal. We once again stress the importance of having clearly defined benchmarks to monitor the complete lifting of sanctions on Somalia. If no specific, clear and verifiable steps are set forth, the incentives to comply with Council's demands will be undercut and the effectiveness of the ending the sanctions regime will drastically diminish. Secondly, terrorist groups like Al-Shabaab and the Islamic State in Iraq and the Levant remain a serious threat to Somalia's peace and stability. A year ago, on 14 October 2017, we witnessed one of the largest and deadliest attack ever to take place in Somalia.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“First, the outdated sanctions against Somalia constitute one of the longest-standing United Nations sanctions regimes ever imposed and one with the broadest mandate as well. Not only did the sanctions violate Somalia's national unity, but it also thwarted the Federal Government's policy goal ofbuilding a standing Somali national army. For example, sub-paragraph (a) of paragraph 11 and sub-paragraph (c) of paragraph 10 of the sanctions regime allow countries to provide weapons and ammunition to Somali regional authorities without the Federal Government being notified, thereby circumventing our approval of these weapons transfers and impeding the management of end users of such weapons and ammunition.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“We hope that the two Governments will engage in good faith to settle all outstanding issues in accordance with international law. Forty-six years ago, my country, Somalia, and its leaders were uncompromising in their hard work to achieve sustainable peace, particularly in Africa. My country successfully promoted and ensured the peace negotiations during the crisis between Tanzania and Uganda. That having been said, the Federal Government of Somalia looks forward to the beginning ofa new chapter of cooperation and partnership with all the countries in the Horn of Africa. Together we will strengthen the ties that have been forged among the peoples of the region. Since 1992, the Federal Government of Somalia has been publicly seeking the lifting of sanctions imposed on our country. Accordingly, I would like to raise the following points.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“At the outset, allow me to congratulate you, Mr. President, on your assumption of the presidency of the Security Council this month. We are confident in your leadership and wish you every success in fulfilling your duties. I would also like to commend your predecessor, the Permanent Representative of the Plurinational State of Bolivia, for his excellent leadership in guiding the work of the Council last month. We warmly congratulate the people of Eritrea for withstanding the hardship endured under the sanctions regime. We welcome the lifting of the sanctions on Eritrea, while acknowledging the efforts spearheaded by President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Farmajo with regard to the normalization of the relationship between Eritrea and Djibouti.”
2018-11-14 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8398 (2018) · source
“In conclusion, I would like to reiterate the gratitude of the Government and the people of Somalia to the Secretary-General, his Special Representative in Somalia and all other troop- and police-contributing countries for the sacrifices they have made for a final and lasting peace in Somalia. I thank all our partners in the international community for standing beside us in solidarity to strengthen the foundations of peace, democracy and development that we have laid down. On the way forward, that role must be enhanced to strengthen Somalia's sovereignty and territorial integrity. We will continue along the path to realizing our common vision ofa peaceful, stable and democratic Somalia that is self-reliant, a key factor in achieving peace and cooperation in the region for all time. The meeting rose at 12.35 pm.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“Our Ministry of Women and Human Rights is therefore taking the lead in bringing together prominent and strong Somali women at the first national Somali women's conference, to be held in Mogadishu in late October. The conference aims to advance women's meaningful participation in Somalia's constitutional review and their path towards the elections in 2020 and 2021, through a nationally led and owned process. Somali women are very talented and we are proud of them. We would like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to Ms. Asli Hassan Abade, one of Africa's first fighter pilots, who has proudly served her country for decades. My Government's efforts will continue to be based on the principle of leaving no woman or girl behind.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“We commend the work of the United Nations specialized agencies in Somalia, which have supported us in improving the lives of young girls and women throughout our journey back from protracted civil strife. Historically, Somali women have played an important role in conflict resolution and are key to building sustainable peace in Somalia. Decades of conflict have increased the burdens placed on our women and girls, but our transition from conflict also presents more opportunities to advance Somali women's rights, in line with our Constitution and the relevant international laws. For example, our current constitutional review has the potential to significantly increase equality and women's empowerment, today and for generations to come.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“Fighting corruption and ensuring transparency are key priorities for my Government. There is a paradigm shift in that regard in Somalia. We are on a clear path of increased accountability and transparency, and have commenced some difficult reforms, aimed at transforming our nation, that demand accountability at all levels, federal and regional alike. The Federal Government of Somalia and our federal member states are expected to meet these standards of governance, and we are determined to support them in meeting those goals. With regard to women's rights, the Somali Government remains fully committed to the promotion and achievement of equality for all its citizens and to women's empowerment.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“We have therefore given our firm commitment to the successful implementation of the staff-monitored programme with the International Monetary Fund, which is now a strategic objective of our Government. Mobilizing domestic revenue is also a high priority, as we view sustainable and reliable domestic revenue as essential to reducing dependence on aid, boosting economic development and providing public services to our citizens, which for us is an important factor for sustaining security improvement. As part of the fiscal consolidation programme, we are also in the process of reviewing security expenditures. The reforms we are currently undertaking include security-sector payroll reform, with biometric registration of all security personnel. We are keen to strengthen our systems through good governance.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“In addition to our solid national resolve, the success of the transition process will depend on the continued support of the international community, most importantly in building the capacity of our national security institutions. In parallel with the transition of security responsibilities, we are focused on doing what is necessary to implement the economic pillar of the transition process. That task will be more difficult, requiring more time and the sustained and long-term engagement of our international partners during and after the transition process. We believe that economic recovery is the centrepiece of our Administration. We recognized early on that in order to carry out infrastructural improvements, institution-building and economic development, we needed debt relief and access to international financial institutions.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“That important capacity-building work will include customs, ports and law-enforcement agencies, as well as the development of policies and legislation and the strengthening of coordination and information exchange among security institutions and the relevant Government ministries. This year we also embarked upon transition - an ambitious process whereby we Somalis are moving towards full Somali sovereignty, national ownership and leadership in an effort to realize our vision of a secure, democratic and prosperous nation. We continue with the implementation of the transition plan so as to enable Somalia to assume responsibility for security across the country, including the transfer of tasks from AMISOM. to Somali security forces.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“We propose in particular that the Council authorize clear and adequate resources and time to enable the sanctions committee to ascertain definitively who finances Al-Shabaab, who provides them weapons and how those weapons and financial resources enter Somalia. On our side, the Somali Government is working to address the primary tactic of using improvised explosive devices (IEDs) by developing a national counter-IED strategy, which will bring together Government departments to tackle the chain of events that allows for IEDs to be manufactured, transported, planted and detonated in Mogadishu and across the country, as well as the to work on the detection of devices and the prevention of casualties.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“On the security front, Al-Shabaab remains a vicious threat, able to conduct attacks against the Somali people, Government institutions and the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). I take this opportunity to offer my prayers to the victims of the recent suicide attack on school and Government offices in Hodan district in the capital and to extend my heartfelt condolences to their families. Al-Shabaab must be defeated and neutralized as a matter of priority. In addition to significantly enhancing the efforts of Somali National Army and AMISOM, we suggest that the Security Council take urgent additional steps to cut off, forever, the means of Al-Shabaab's survival.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“We urge all federal member states tojoin us at the table to enable dialogue, not statements and press conferences, to be the basis on which we shape our relations. Underlying this all, steady technical progress continues through the Federalization Negotiation Technical Committee, which is tasked with driving forward negotiations on the fundamental pillars for long-term stability, including the election model, resource-sharing and the allocation of powers, to support political agreements at the leadership level. We also held the Somali National Constitutional Convention in Mogadishu from 13 to 15 May, which set the tone and pace for the constitutionally mandated institutions to prioritize work, and set the timelines necessary for the completion of the constitutional review process.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“Many of the Council members seated here in the Chamber will recognize in their own histories similar disputes, disagreements, divergence of ideologies and of views, and vigorous debate that came to form the basis of their Governments and institutions. Somalia is no different. Like those members of the Council, we are committed to allowing those debates and differences to be energetically aired, allow time for solutions to emerge and provide the space for positions to move closer together. We recognize that can happen only through dialogue, which is why my President, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Farmajo, has invited the federal member states to meet on 17 and 18 September to continue our debate and national discourse.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“The Federal Government of Somalia continues to believe that inclusive politics and legitimate governance are the basis for all other progress in Somalia. The path to achieving that vision is not always smooth, and in recent weeks the divergent opinions and views at various levels of Government in Somalia have been evident as we debate the future shape of our governance - the federalism structures - and how the responsibilities of different levels of Government will be allocated and resourced. These are formative years for Somalia, and the emergence of new forms of Government is often a turbulent process.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“The delegation of Somalia takes note of the report of the Secretary-General (S/2018/800) commends the fact that it refers to progress made and acknowledges the positive steps taken by the Federal Government of Somalia. However, we respectfully suggest that in the future, in the interests of maximizing its usefulness, the report be redesigned to contain less narrative and detail about specific events and more in-depth analysis of major issues as well as recommendations and conclusions. Over the past decade, we have come a long way in our joint efforts and have much to show for our progress in building our State institutions, ensuring essential services for our people, enabling democracy to take root and upholding the fundamental rights of all our citizens.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“Keating as Special Representative of the Secretary- General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM), I would like to take this opportunity to thank him and acknowledge the important role he played in supporting major developments in Somalia over the past three years, including the electoral process, the development of the comprehensive approach to security strands to support the national security architecture and the transition plan, as well as in helping Somalia tackle the major humanitarian crisis caused by the drought. We wish him all the best in his future endeavours. We also welcome the Secretary-General's appointment of Nicholas Haysom as his new Special Representative and Head of UNSOM. Mr. Haysom has our full support and we wish him every success in fulfilling his duties.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“I would like to warmly congratulate you, Madam President, on the accession of your country, the United States of America, to the presidency of the Security Council for the month of September. I wish you every success in your leadership. I also wish to thank Mr. Keating, Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Mr. Madeira, Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union, and Ms. Mlambo-Ngcuka, Executive Director of the UN-Women, for their briefings. I also would not like to forget my brother, neighbour and colleague the Permanent Representative of Ethiopia, Mr. Amde, whose presence I welcome. Since this is the last briefing of our good friend Mr.”
2018-09-13 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8352 (2018) · source
“Somalia stresses the importance of ensuring that Eritrea and Djibouti can agree as soon as possible on the means for a peaceful settlement of all the unresolved disputes between the two States. 1 thank the Council again and wish it the best.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“Our efforts are slowly bearing fruit, but too often we are criticized for what we have not yet achieved rather than recognized for our progress. Our capacity is still in the early stages, but building it will require the support of our partners in the Security Council and its subsidiary bodies. We hope we can count on their steadfast support to our continued progress. Lastly, we should not ignore developments in the region. I would like to take this opportunity to again welcome the most recent developments in the protracted conflict between Eritrea and Ethiopia. We also welcome the signing of steps to implement the Joint Declaration of Peace and Friendship on normalizing relations between the two brotherly countries. President Farmajo made a State visit to Eritrea last week.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“It is also important to us that Somalia's precious natural resources be retained to assist in the vital process of our economic regeneration. That means tackling illegal fishing and ensuring that Somalia's waters and rich fish stocks can provide a livelihood for Somalis and help make stability sustainable. On 5 June the National Security Council reached an agreement on the ownership, management and sharing of the country's natural resources, as was stated in our agreement on natural-resource sharing. Somalia is a country emerging from decades of war battling brutal insurgents. We are demonstrating a strong commitment to reforming our institutions and meeting our obligations under the sanctions regime.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“The Somali Government will continue to build on that and, as set out in Somalia's Transition Plan, will develop standard operating procedures to achieve a comprehensive weapons-and-ammunition management system and establish a management commission to counter the proliferation of small arms and light weapons, with the aim of ensuring safe and effective distribution, storage and security of stocks and trained personnel at both the Federal Government and federal member state levels. We are committed to ensuring that Somalia's resources are not used to finance Al-Shabaab's operations. In February the National Security Council endorsed an interim fisheries revenue-sharing agreement. In April the Cabinet agreed to ban the domestic sale of charcoal along with improving the implementation of the charcoal ban.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“We therefore urge the Council to support us by focusing on spoilers, not on the people engaged in the challenging tasks of State-building. We have demonstrated our commitment to improving aspects of our compliance with the sanctions regime through requests for the Security Council to review and update its existing measures. For example, paragraphs 10 (c) and 11 (a) allow weapons to go to security institutions in Somalia that fall outside national structures, such as undefined Somali security forces and strategic partners of the African Union Mission in Somalia, without prior notification or proper weapons- and-ammunition management processes in place, which is problematic and exacerbates arms proliferation in our country. Our Government would appreciate a careful review and revision of those paragraphs.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“However, Somalia has made considerable progress with regard to public financial management, security-sector reform, weapons management and accountability. There is a long way to go, but the Committee and the Monitoring Group should focus their efforts on areas where the threat of instability is greatest. The Monitoring Group has one ofthe widest mandates of all sanctions regimes. We believe that Somalia's progress should be reflected in the Group's mandate and focus and that the Security Council should take into account the Federal Government's strong commitment to continued progress. My Administration is making a genuine attempt to improve our system's processes and standards. We recognize that there are those who benefit from the status quo and seek to slow down or reverse our progress.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“Sanctions are designed as a tool to help tackle security challenges, and we share the same aims of preventing weapons from falling into the hands of terrorists, cutting off funding to Al-Shabaab and ensuring that Somalia's resources of fish stocks and charcoal cannot be exploited for the purpose ofdestabilizing the country. Combating terrorism is not only a military endeavour; it must include good governance, inclusive politics, reconciliation and the work of combating corruption. The objectives of the Federal Government of Somalia and those of the Sanctions Committee are aligned in those areas. But the Somalia of today is not the Somalia on which sanctions were first imposed. Al-Shabaab remains a vicious threat and we must continue to implement measures that choke off its resources and limit its ability to attack innocent people.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“The Federal Government of Somalia was pleased to host the visit of Ambassador Kairat Umarov, Chair of the Committee pursuant to resolutions 751 (1992) and 1907 (2009) concerning Somalia and Eritrea, and other Committee members to Mogadishu on 8 May. The Committee members were briefed on some significant areas of progress during their visit. There is no doubt that the peace and security challenges facing Somalia remain daunting but the Administration of President Farmajo is making a serious attempt to address them, in line with many of the recommendations of the Somalia and Eritrea Monitoring Group.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8322 (2018) · source
“camps near the towns and big cities of Somalia In conclusion, the Somali Government, under the leadership of President Farmajo and Prime Minister Khayre, will spare no effort to assume full responsibility at all levels in order to provide the Somali people with the security opportunities necessary for social economic progress and the benefits of a society governed by the rule of law. We thank the Council once again for the adoption of the resolution today, and we hope that this spirit of compromise and cooperation will flourish to achieve a successful drawdown. The meeting rose at 10.25 am.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“camps around the cities - big cities, especially - without any environmental management policies adds a serious challenge to our Government and a greater burden on our health systems. Internal report 2017/145 of the Office of Internal Oversight Services revealed horrific environmental and health practices. In that regard, we kindly ask UNSOS to urgently implement the recommendations of the internal audit. I wish to commend the efforts of the Swedish Government to provide UNSOS with an environmental expert for one year. That measure can mitigate the risk of environmental pollution and prevent the spread of a cholera epidemic or any other disease related to the absence of environmental experts and the proper waste management of AMISOM.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“We look forward to AMISOM'S operational readiness assessment and reconfiguration to support the implementation of the transitional plan. We welcome the recommendation of the joint review and agree that AMISOM. sector 6 should be closed and subsumed into section 2 with a view to forming a multinational sector in Jubbaland that is accountable and capable of assisting the Federal Government of Somalia and federal member states in implementing the total ban on the export of charcoal from Somalia, including by facilitating access of the monitors to the charcoal export ports. Somalia's health-care system is very fragile and we very are very concerned that a cholera outbreak might take place if we do not control the financial and human resources. The presence of AMISOM.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“Their deployment has created the space for political progress, for humanitarian relief efforts and for Somalia's political and State institutions to grow. There is no doubt that without their support and sacrifice, we would not have managed to degrade Al-Shabaab and accomplish what we have in such a short period. The logistical support that the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) has provided to the African Union Mission in Somalia under the Security Council's mandate is crucial to my country. While the situation has improved recently, the Support Office needs to provide an appropriate level of funding to fill the gaps in logistics and equipment for AMISOM, which is underfunded, understaffed and unequipped.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“Having said that, partnership will be key to a successful transition. Somalia will need continued partnership with the countries that contribute police and troops to AMISOM, but it will also need the partnership and support of donors to align the national security architecture in light of the outcome of the operational readiness assessment. This will help in building a professional, inclusive security sector capable of providing security so that Somalis can go about their everyday lives free from the threat of the terrorist group Al-Shabaab, while providing the country with a secure border and coastline. I would like to express my gratitude to AMISOM troop-contributing countries for their commitment and enormous contribution over more than a decade in Somalia.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“As we enter a new phase of transition, we are as committed as ever to the Somali security forces assuming responsibility for security in due course, and to gradually taking over the task and posts, such as Mogadishu stadium, from AMISOM. While the transition may take many years, it will enable detailed planning to take place in a realistic time frame and help to monitor progress and adjust plans accordingly. In addition to beginning the implementation of the priority location, as set out in the plan, the first phase lays the foundation for longer-term capacity-building over the next few years. Among other tasks, this includes enhanced support for the regional security council, rewriting the Somali military discipline code and strengthening the community policing services in selected population centeres.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“With this start, many more achievements and challenges lie ahead of all of us, and my country will spare no effort to work for a peaceful and prosperous future for our region. Since the adoption of the previous mandate, Somalia has developed a transition plan with national and international buy-in, including the endorsement of the African Union Peace and Security Council, which forms the basis for a joint United Nations-African Union review this year. We welcome in particular the emphasis that the joint review has placed this year on consultations with the Federal Government. This should be a template for future reviews, and I look forward to further engagement as we continue to implement implement the plan.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“My country is embarking on the transition to full sovereignty, national ownership and leadership in an effort to realize the noble vision of a secure, democratic and prosperous nation that is able to meet the needs of its citizens independently. We in Somalia know that the agreed transition plan is no easy task, but with our full determination and unity and the sincere support and commitment of the international community, it is achievable. The logic of transition will guide the way forward over the next three years. I would also like also take this opportunity to welcome the latest developments regarding the protracted conflict between Ethiopia and Eritrea. We are further pleased with the signing and the steps taken to implement the joint declaration of peace and friendship to normalize relations between the two brotherly countries.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“As this is the first time I speak before the Council under your leadership, Sir, I would like to congratulate you on assuming the presidency of the Council for this month and to pledge our full support and cooperation to you and your team. I would also like to acknowledge the role of your predecessor in successfully leading the Council last month. Somalia welcomes the adoption of resolution 2431 (2018), and we warmly welcome the extension of the mandate of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), as its presence remains critical as Somalia moves into the next chapter. Somalia is pleased that the resolution is grounded in Somalia's effort to progressively assume responsibility for security across the country.”
2018-07-30 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8321 (2018) · source
“But we are on the right path. The continued support of the Council will enable us to continue to make progress and to shift the perception of Somalia from decline to growth and from weakness to resilience.”
2018-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8259 (2018) · source
“President Farmajo urged leaders, elders and civil society to negotiate for peace and an agreeable coexistence and to resolve their differences through dialogue and respect for the sanctity of life. He also expressed his deep regret over the loss of Somali lives in this recent conflict, sent his heartfelt condolences to the families affected and prayed for the quick recovery of the wounded. In conclusion, Somalia's challenges remain significant, including our vulnerability to extreme weather, the long-term demands of State-building and tackling active and vicious terrorist groups. All of that requires long-term work in order to address the structural, political and legacy issues of corruption, including the lack of oversight and accountability in the status quo, and building and resourcing legitimate institutions.”
2018-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8259 (2018) · source
“Meanwhile, on the political front, the Federal Government of Somalia, together with the federal member states, continues to work to implement an ambitious political road map that includes the revision of the provisional Constitution and the preparation for the next elections, in 2020, which will require the renewed focus of Parliament in the swift passage of key legislation that is currently pending approval. We believe that the peaceful election of a new Speaker in Parliament will enable this process and advance the legislative agenda. I would now like to turn to the statement made by President Farmajo on the unfortunate flare-up of hostilities in Tukaraq and El Afweyn, in the 8001 region of the Somali Republic. In that connection, the President appealed to all the parties concerned to stop all hostilities immediately.”
2018-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8259 (2018) · source
“President Farmajo and Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire are sparing no effort to reconcile the people of Somalia and provide a national vision that will further enhance national unity and reconciliation. The transition plan will therefore become the centrepiece of security sector reform in Somalia, as it is rooted in our national security architecture, which is closely interlinked with the President's two other priorities, namely, inclusive politics and economic reforms. Following the World Bank and International Monetary Fund spring meetings in Washington, DC, this year, we, the Federal Government of Somalia, are now closer than ever in our efforts to normalize our relations with international financial institutions and on a pathway to eventual debt relief.”
2018-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8259 (2018) · source
“The stabilization efforts undertaken with the support of our international partners are just as critical in helping us to adddress the roort causes of fragility and conflict in our communities. It is our firm belief that our credibility and legitimacy as a Government hinge on our ability to promote social reconciliation and good governance and provide public services to help improve the lives of our citizens. We know that the Somali National Army (SNA) faces challenges, but we believe that the only way to implement the transition is to commit the SNA to undertake joint operations with AMISOM. and the support of international partners. That would help acquire the requisite experience, self- confidence and capacity to undertake major operations and eventually assume the responsibility for the security of the whole country.”
2018-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8259 (2018) · source
“It places a particular focus on the institutional capacity- building of our forces, while at the same time outlining the necessary security operations and supporting stabilization efforts. As we prepare for the transition plan, I take this opportunity to thank the TCCs and PCCs that have contributed their forces for their honorable and courageous sacrifices. The support provided by the United Nations to AMISOM. should also be acknowledged and must be continued in order to continue the momentum. My Government welcomes the appointment of Ambassador Lisa Filipetto of Australia as Head of the United Nations Support Office in Somalia. The gains made by AMISOM. and our national armed forces against Al-Shabaab over the past year are astonishing. Nonetheless, we recognize that Al-Shabaab will not be defeated by military means alone.”
2018-05-15 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.8259 (2018) · source