Qatar calls for joint global effort to resolve crisis in Somalia

Qatar called on the international community to join forces to find radical solutions to the crisis in Somalia in order to maintain its sovereignty and achieve national reconciliation, noting the efforts and concrete measures taken by the country to East Africa for
This was done during a speech by HE the Foreign Minister, Sultan bin Saad al-Muraikhi, at the Somalia International Partnership Forum. , which started yesterday in Brussels, Belgium. stated that the broad participation of the international community in the Forum affirms the common will to find radical solutions to the Somali crisis so that the country can maintain its sovereignty, achieve national reconciliation, establish security on its territory, build its institutions and ensure a decent life. to live for his people.
"This can only be done by joining the efforts of the international community," he said.
"In order to build on the momentum, we must continue to take initiatives to support Somalia, honor the commitments made, respect the sovereignty of Somalia and not interfere in its affairs. in accordance with international law and the political declarations made in this regard, in addition to fully supporting the fight against terrorism that we condemn without prejudice; Strengthen cooperation between the federal government and all its states without marginalizing any party, "added Mr. al-Muraikhi
He emphasized the importance of increasing support for the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM), including the United Nations, under Chapter VIII of the Charter.
The Minister of State for Foreign Affairs said that the challenges facing Somalia were not limited to safe areas. peace, economic, social, institutional and internal, highlighting natural disasters, especially the severe drought sweeping the country.
He reiterated that Qatar would continue to provide humanitarian badistance to Somalia and other affected countries, thus baduming its responsibilities. the responsibility as an active and responsible member of the international community, convinced that peace, security, development and human rights are interdependent and the only way to avoid extremism , violence and terrorism.
Development needs, reforms, social justice and human rights must prevail in accordance with the purposes and objectives of the United Nations.
He said that there is no doubt that since the last elections of 2016-17 and the election of the new government led by President Mohamed Abdullahi "Farmajo", Somalia has taken concrete steps . "Somalia has made tangible progress and reforms at all levels, and Qatar reaffirms its support for the efforts of the Government and the cooperation of States, and we urge everyone to persevere in these efforts in the interest of the Somali people ". HE Al-Muraikhi added: "The confidence of the international community in a promising future for Somalia is confirmed by the volume of badistance examined by the European Union, the World Bank and friendly countries, and It is the first time that donors are proud to be among the most important donors. "
" Qatar is in constant and close contact with the Somali government and the Mission of the United States. UN in Mogadishu, and we also cherish our partnership with the European Union, the World Bank and the African Union in its various institutions, as well as neighboring and friendly countries to coordinate and unify efforts to achieve our goals. general objectives, "said Minister He also pointed out that Qatar's support to the governmental and non-governmental sectors for Somalia from 2010 to 2017 exceeded $ 200 million and that in November 2017, Qatar announced additional support of $ 200 million to support health, education and economic empowerment. projects and infrastructure that connect cities and support the economy by linking production areas to markets and ports.
The Minister stated that the Government of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Regulatory Authority for Charitable Activities, launched a civil donation campaign in early 2018 (during the holy month of Ramadan ), to help the Somali people.
He stressed that, on the basis of the principle of complementarity and support of the efforts of the Government to establish security and peace and lead the development of the country, it will be important to focus in the next phase on support to infrastructure such as roads, markets, administrative buildings and solar energy, in partnership with the United Nations and the World Bank, in coordination with the federal government.