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Friday January 12, 2024
FILE – In this undated photo, Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni is seen during a public event. Deni, a key figure in Somali politics, has been re-elected in a recent presidential election.
Garowe (HOL) – The Puntland government issued a call for unity and strategic dialogue following a key meeting in Garowe on Thursday. The gathering included prominent figures from Puntland’s current and past administrations, along with high-ranking ex-officials of the Federal Government of Somalia.
This meeting occurred against a backdrop of a politically charged environment, notably marked by Puntland’s recent presidential election that saw Said Abdullahi Deni re-elected amidst heightened political tensions.
The press release from Puntland’s presidency highlighted two main points. The first underscored the Puntland community’s commitment to regional unity and solidarity. The second point called on the Federal Government of Somalia to pause specific actions and engage in crucial talks.
The statement requested that the Federal Government of Somalia focus discussions on the future of federalization and the finalization of the Federal Constitution of Somalia. It suggested a halt to current actions until these talks take place.
The meeting, which saw attendance from current and former Puntland leaders and notable figures like ex-Prime Minister Omar Abdirashid and Ahmed Awad Isse, also addressed the growing tensions between Somalia and Ethiopia. This suspicion stems from the recent controversial agreement between Ethiopia and the self-declared republic of Somaliland, which has escalated regional tensions.
Below is the translated press release from the Puntland Government.
PRESS RELEASE:
GAROWE, January 11, 2024 – The Puntland Presidency convened a significant meeting in Garowe. Attendees included Puntland President Mr. Saeed Abdullahi Deni, Vice President Mr. Ilyas Osman Lugator, Chairman of the Puntland House of Representatives Mr. Abdirisaaq Ahmed Said, former Somali Prime Minister Mr. Omar Abdirashid Ali Sharmarke, former Puntland President Senator Abdirahman Mohamed Mohamud Faroole, and former Somali Foreign Affairs Minister Amb Ahmed Isse Awad.
The conference reviewed the security and political landscape of Somalia, with a focus on Puntland. Key outcomes included:
- An appeal to the Puntland community to strengthen regional unity, peace, and governance.
- A call to the Federal Government of Somalia to initiate discussions on the nation’s federalization and the completion of its Federal Constitution, recommending a pause on ongoing initiatives until these talks are held.
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