New United Nations Mission in Somalia Launched

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: The United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) was officially launched in Mogadishu Saturday, marking a major milestone in the country’s journey toward sustainable peace and development.

The event marked the transition from the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) to UNTMIS, symbolizing Somalia’s progress toward greater self-reliance and its enhanced role on the international stage.

Speaking during the function, Foreign Minister Ambassador Fiqi emphasized that the transition from UNSOM to UNTMIS reflects Somalia’s significant strides on the global stage.

“This shift embodies the progress we’ve achieved, marked by recent milestones such as joining the East African Community (EAC), securing a seat on the UN Security Council, and advancing efforts to ease the arms embargo,” he said.

The launch of the new mission underscores the strong commitment of both the Somali government and international community to Somalia’s future.

Other top officials present during the event included; Minister of Interior Ali Yusuf Hosh, Minister of Information Daud Aweys, Acting Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General James Swan, Senior Advisor Yussuf Garad, and dignitaries and ambassadors from various countries.