The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union
Commission (SRCC) for Somalia, Ambassador Mahamat Saleh Annadif
Hiiraan Online
Monday, May 13, 2013
A consultative meeting organized by
AMISOM was held in London to enhance participation of the Somali
Diaspora in the reconstruction process of the country.
James Gadin who organized this meeting said the aim of the conference is to
engage with Somalis in London to listen their views and recommendations and
provide more information about the country’s current situation.
The Special Representative of the Chairperson of the African Union
Commission (SRCC) for Somalia, Ambassador Mahamat Saleh Annadif opened the
meeting and explained to to participants the role of AMISOM and the
developments made since they started operating in Somalia.
He called all Somalis in the Diaspora to play a positive role in the country
and engage to the country’s rebuilding process.
Participants raised questions, why AMISOM did not succeed to liberate all
areas under Alshabab control.
“It’s very challenging to liberate all areas from Alshabab, before reaching
a political settlement with the local communities which can cause more chaos” Ambassador Annadif said while responding to
this question.
Ms Jessica Phillips a representative of Britain’s foreign affairs office
expressed how Britain is willingly committed to assist Somalia.
“We support the vision of the Somali government to put in place judicial
reforms and restructure the security agencies of the country” she said.
Mr. Ali Amir a representative of the Somali government in this meeting noted
that the government will work closely with the Diaspora communities and engage
with them to mobilize and facilitate their return home to provide skilled
manpower for the rebuilding of Somalia.
Director of Somali Elders organization Mohamed Abdirahman Haji praised the
organizers of the meeting and hailed the sacrifices made by AMISOM troops in
Somalia.
The three day meeting urged all Somalis in the Diaspora to strengthen their
participation in all sectors of the country’s development to create a better
Somalia for the future generations.
Ahmed Abdisamad
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