The President of the Republic of Somaliland, Mr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Cirro), held an important meeting yesterday at the Somaliland Presidential Palace with the head of United Nations agencies, the highest-ranking official for humanitarian affairs, and the Deputy Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. George Conway. He was accompanied by a large delegation, including the head of the UN OCHA office, Blaise Kabongo Mujika, and senior officials from the UN office in Somaliland.
Firstly, the head of the UN delegation, Mr. George Conway, congratulated the President of Somaliland on the historic victory he achieved in the 2024 presidential election contest.
Additionally, the envoy praised the Somaliland nation for its security, stability, democracy, and adherence to international laws and regulations, stating that UN agencies would strengthen the longstanding and effective cooperation they have with Somaliland.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, for his part, discussed with the envoy key issues of significance to Somaliland. These included peace and stability, democratic affairs, humanitarian aid, and the review and reassessment of the number, quality, and financial scope of projects implemented by UN agencies in the Republic of Somaliland.
The President informed the envoy that Somaliland, despite lacking international recognition, has succeeded for over 30 years in maintaining peace, security, and building a democratic governance system—a rare and exceptional achievement in the Horn of Africa, a region plagued by conflicts.
President Abdirahman Cirro told the UN Deputy Assistant Secretary-General responsible for Somaliland and Somalia that the United Nations’ support should be based on justice, ensuring Somaliland receives fair and appropriate assistance and grants.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland further informed the UN Deputy Assistant Secretary-General that Somaliland has conducted various transparent elections peacefully at the presidential, parliamentary, and local levels. He added that Somaliland is now preparing for the upcoming election cycles, expected to take place on schedule in line with its legal framework, aiming to overcome election delays that often serve as the root of political disputes and conflicts.
In conclusion, the President of the Republic of Somaliland told the UN Deputy Assistant Secretary-General that Somaliland is ready to engage in reliable cooperation with the UN, but not in a subordinate manner. Somaliland is prepared to address the significant challenges facing the Horn of Africa region.
The President of Somaliland emphasized to the UN that Somaliland should not be confused with Somalia. The UN must respect Somaliland’s official stance regarding the self-determination of its people and country, a fateful decision fully endorsed by the Somaliland populace through a referendum.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, Mr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Cirro), held an important meeting today at the Somaliland Presidential Palace with the head of United Nations agencies, the highest-ranking official for humanitarian affairs, and the Deputy Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. George Conway. He was accompanied by a large delegation, including the head of the UN OCHA office, Blaise Kabongo Mujika, and senior officials from the UN office in Somaliland.
Firstly, the head of the UN delegation, Mr. George Conway, congratulated the President of Somaliland on the historic victory he achieved in the 2024 presidential election contest.
Additionally, the envoy praised the Somaliland nation for its security, stability, democracy, and adherence to international laws and regulations, stating that UN agencies would strengthen the longstanding and effective cooperation they have with Somaliland.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, for his part, discussed with the envoy key issues of significance to Somaliland. These included peace and stability, democratic affairs, humanitarian aid, and the review and reassessment of the number, quality, and financial scope of projects implemented by UN agencies in the Republic of Somaliland.
The President informed the envoy that Somaliland, despite lacking international recognition, has succeeded for over 30 years in maintaining peace, security, and building a democratic governance system—a rare and exceptional achievement in the Horn of Africa, a region plagued by conflicts.
President Abdirahman Cirro told the UN Deputy Assistant Secretary-General responsible for Somaliland and Somalia that the United Nations’ support should be based on justice, ensuring Somaliland receives fair and appropriate assistance and grants.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland further informed the UN Deputy Assistant Secretary-General that Somaliland has conducted various transparent elections peacefully at the presidential, parliamentary, and local levels. He added that Somaliland is now preparing for the upcoming election cycles, expected to take place on schedule in line with its legal framework, aiming to overcome election delays that often serve as the root of political disputes and conflicts.
In conclusion, the President of the Republic of Somaliland told the UN Deputy Assistant Secretary-General that Somaliland is ready to engage in reliable cooperation with the UN, but not in a subordinate manner. Somaliland is prepared to address the significant challenges facing the Horn of Africa region.
The President of Somaliland emphasized to the UN that Somaliland should not be confused with Somalia. The UN must respect Somaliland’s official stance regarding the self-determination of its people and country, a fateful decision fully endorsed by the Somaliland populace through a referendum.