The history of Somalia is that of “real national efforts supported by truly committed international partners,” he said, referring to the transition from the country of total civil conflict from 2012.
“In fact, Somalia proves that multilateralism and global solidarity can make people a better, safer and progressive place.”
He said that as a current member of Security adviceHis nation works with other international partners to find solutions for peace in the Middle East, Africa and Europe.
Mohamud called for an “immediate and lasting ceasefire, without hindrance and a renewed humanitarian access to the two-state solution”, on the question of Palestine.
“International terrorism pockets”
Back home, Somalia is fighting the “last remaining pocket of international terrorism while building strong and sustainable national security architecture,” he said.
Recalling that Somalia was once the first democracy in Africa, he said that the country was now preparing for its first complete national elections in 57 years. More than 30 independent political associations have already registered their participation.
“Assume responsibility” for economic development
“In Somalia, we are responsible for our own economic development by relying on the success of our recent reduction in debt based on reform,” said Mohamud, highlighting Somalia’s efforts to mitigate the cost of public service investment.
He confirmed Somalia’s commitment to benefit from its strategic location and natural resources through trade and said that to support this ambition, the country has joined the Eastern African Community, ratified policies are aligned in the field of African continental free trade and continues the process of joining the World Trade Organization (WTO).
To combat the negative impact of climate change, Mr. Mohamud announced the creation of the Somalia National Climate Fund to channel sustainable finance to communities transparently, as well as efforts to restore degraded land and strengthen water safety.
He called on international institutions and capital markets to facilitate “accessible, affordable, predictable and just” funding for sustainable growth and the attenuation of climate change in Somalia.
“Nations on front lines like Somalia cannot be left in front of this crisis alone without support by dominant global financial architecture which is not adapted to this era of great challenge.”
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
