Mogadishu, SONNA: Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur Madobe, the Speaker of the House of the People of the Federal Parliament of Somalia, met today with James Swan, the Acting Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia, at Villa Hargeisa in Mogadishu. Their discussions centered on the upcoming parliamentary deliberations on crucial electoral laws and constitutional amendments. Additionally, they explored avenues to strengthen cooperation between the United Nations and the Somali Parliament. Both Madobe and Swan reaffirmed their commitment to collaborating on these critical issues.
The upcoming parliamentary deliberations will focus on key electoral laws and constitutional amendments vital for Somalia’s democratic processes. Since assuming his role in May, Mr. Swan has been actively engaging with Somali political leaders, including Federal Member State leaders, to foster a stronger relationship between UN agencies and Somalia. This meeting with the Speaker of the House of the People highlights the UN’s dedication to supporting Somalia’s democratic processes and institutions.