MOGADISHU (Xinhua) — The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) and the United Nations are dedicated to bringing lasting peace to the nation.
In separate messages issued Wednesday night within the Somali capital of Mogadishu throughout Eid al-Fitr celebrations marking the tip of the holy month of Ramadan, the 2 missions mentioned they might cooperate carefully with Somalia and all events to make sure the success of the continuing transition course of, which can result in the total switch of safety tasks to the Somali Safety Forces (SSF) by the tip of December.
“ATMIS will proceed to work carefully with the federal government of Somalia and all companions for the success of the continuing transition, to make sure lasting peace, safety, and prosperity in Somalia, and to wish for an finish to the lengthy years of sacrifice and struggling by the folks of Somalia,” it mentioned.
UN Particular Consultant of the Secretary-Normal for Somalia Catriona Laing reaffirmed her continued dedication to supporting the federal government and companions in selling peace and stability all through Somalia.
In 2023, ATMIS started withdrawing its troops from Somalia in accordance with the UN Safety Council decision.
ATMIS accomplished the primary and second phases of its withdrawal of 5,000 troops and handed over 13 army bases to the SSF. A further 4,000 troops are anticipated to be withdrawn by the tip of June.
