The mandate of the United Nations mission in Somalia will end at the end of October this year.
- Transition Phase Ends UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric clarified that the mission will conclude its two-year transitional phase and cease operations by the end of the month.
- This decision aligns with the resolutions of the United Nations Security Council and follows a request from the Federal Government of Somalia.
- Continued Support for Somalia Dujarric emphasized that the United Nations will maintain its support for Somalia through its agencies, funds, and programs operating in the country.
- This support will occur in collaboration with Somali authorities, the African Union, and international partners, aiming to enhance efforts for peace, stability, human rights protection, and sustainable development.
UN Mission in Somalia Concludes Transitional Mandate
The United Nations announced the conclusion of its United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) at the end of this month, marking the end of decades of UN operations in the country.
Transition Phase Ends
UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric clarified that the mission will conclude its two-year transitional phase and cease operations by the end of the month. This decision aligns with the resolutions of the United Nations Security Council and follows a request from the Federal Government of Somalia.
Transfer of Responsibilities
Dujarric noted that the implementation of the agreed-upon transitional roadmap between the Federal Government of Somalia and the United Nations has facilitated the transfer of responsibilities from the mission to Somali institutions and various UN agencies, funds, and programs.
Continued Support for Somalia
Dujarric emphasized that the United Nations will maintain its support for Somalia through its agencies, funds, and programs operating in the country. This support will occur in collaboration with Somali authorities, the African Union, and international partners, aiming to enhance efforts for peace, stability, human rights protection, and sustainable development.
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