Mogadishu – Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with a gaggle of opposition leaders on Wednesday on the Presidential Palace in Mogadishu, as a part of ongoing efforts to construct consensus by means of the Nationwide Dialogue initiative launched earlier this month.
The assembly included outstanding figures from opposition events, former senior authorities officers, and influential political actors. In response to a press release from the presidency, the talks aimed to “promote inclusive political engagement and foster a unified strategy to nationwide priorities.”
President Mohamud emphasised the significance of dialogue and collaboration, notably in addressing key points such because the constitutional overview course of, electoral reforms, nationwide reconciliation, and the battle in opposition to terrorism.
“We should put nationwide curiosity above political variations and work collectively for a secure and democratic Somalia,” the President stated through the assembly.
Opposition leaders welcomed the chance for open engagement and urged for the dialogue course of to be clear, inclusive, and adopted by actionable outcomes. A number of of them reiterated the necessity for better political freedoms, institutional reforms, and improved cooperation between the federal authorities and member states.
The Nationwide Dialogue initiative comes at a vital time as Somalia prepares for a brand new electoral framework and seeks to strengthen federal establishments whereas contending with safety threats and financial challenges.
The President’s workplace confirmed that additional consultations will proceed within the coming days, together with with representatives from federal member states, civil society organizations, and youth and ladies’s teams.
