President Hassan Sheikh Addresses Nation on Security, Elections and Political Dialogue

Mogadishu, (SONNA) — The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, addressed the Somali people on the country’s current situation, highlighting progress in security, the fight against Al-Shabaab, democratisation, one-person-one-vote elections and efforts to strengthen political dialogue and national unity.

President Hassan Sheikh said progress had been made in advancing democratic elections, noting the peaceful conduct of recent electoral processes and the participation of the Somali people.

Addressing the country’s political situation, the President reaffirmed his commitment to dialogue as the means of resolving political differences and reaching consensus on issues concerning the country’s future.

“Political dialogue is always open to us. Differences of opinion have a solution through dialogue,” President Hassan Sheikh said.

On security, the President said operations against Al-Shabaab were making significant progress, with the militants driven out of several areas where communities are now experiencing improved security and the restoration of government presence.

The President reiterated the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening security, advancing democratic governance and promoting political dialogue and national unity.