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Security Council calls on factions

    NAIROBI

    The United Nations Security Council has called on Somali factions to lay down their weapons and engage in peaceful dialogue with the Transitional National Government (TNG), the current Council President, Ambassador Wang Yingfan of China, said on 11 July. “Council members reiterate their call on neighbouring states to refrain from any action that will be detrimental to the peace, including political dialogue and national reconciliation.” Council members underlined the importance of the of full implementation of the arms embargo on Somalia, said a statement.

    The Council expressed support for the Organisation of African Unity (OAU) on Somalia, and reaffirmed that country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Council members strongly urged the Inter-Governmental Authority for Development (IGAD) countries, especially those neighbouring Somalia, as well as other interested states, to coordinate their efforts in support of the peace process. The Council members noted with concern the situation in Somalia and urged the international community to help its vulnerable population, “including by making contributions to a UN fund”.

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