New York, SONNA – Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi addressed the UN Security Council, thanking Switzerland for its leadership and commending Ambassador Sania Strasi for her role in past deliberations. He highlighted Somalia’s ongoing national consultations, led by President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, aimed at advancing inclusive governance and key electoral reforms.
Minister Fiqi strongly rejected Ethiopia’s territorial claims, accusing it of using counterterrorism as a pretext for annexation. He also reported the interception of illegal arms shipments from Ethiopia, which are fuelling local conflicts and empowering extremist groups, calling these actions a clear violation of Somalia’s sovereignty.
Recognizing the support of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), Foreign Minister Fiqi emphasized intensified operations against Al-Shabaab and ISIS, with local governance extending into liberated regions. He reaffirmed Somalia’s commitment to working closely with the UN on security and governance as the country navigates critical transitions.
