United Nations will deal seperatly with the rep of Somaliland

[Xaaji Xunjuf]

Hargeisa (JMG)- Mr. Augustine Mahiga who arrived here on his first visit yesterday told the media that the UN will facilitate international assistant to Somaliland, for it has the most conducive atmosphere than the other part of Somalia.

 

President AHMED Mohamed Silanyo told the public media (Radio Hargeisa and national TV) after receiving the envoy that he briefed Mr. Mahiga about the security situation, achievements and democratization process in the country.

 

“Somaliland is always ready to contribute to the stability of the region and other issues of the region.” Said the president

 

Mr. Mahiga in a press conference here today said ,”In my joint meeting with the chairmen of both Houses of Parliament we exchanged ideas on wide range of subjects and benefited from their wisdom, to address problems in the other part of Somalia and solve them.”

 

The UN envoy added that his office will facilitate international aid to Somaliland to help the private sector, encourage foreign investment in the country and discuss with the government on how Somaliland will take part in the next Istanbul conference of the private sector.

 

In answer to what impressed him most –in his first night – he said, “Peace and stability. I have seen people who are relaxed and business going on until late in the night. There was no sign of criminality while and I have seen prosperity. Food was available in abundance and there was no shortage. My meeting this morning with chairmen of both houses of parliament illustrates the epitome of democracy here.”

 

On recognition he said, “The sign that many countries have shown their desire to assist is a sign of recognition it show how you are relating yourselves to the world.”

 

In answer on opening an office in Somaliland he stated that Somaliland will have enough UN offices, which will suffice the needs of the country.

 

Chairman of the House of Elders Mr. Suleiman Mohamoud Aden in answer to what they discussed said, “Mr. Mahiga told us that the way the international community will deal with Somaliland will be different from what it has been before. He advised us not to spill the milk for recognition will follow; nor to plunge down the hill.”

 

The Chairman added that some of the UN office will be opened in Hargeisa and that development aid will replace humanitarian aid.

 

Chairman of the House of Representatives Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (IRRO) told the media that they discussed issues pertaining to development, politics, security and international cooperation.

 

“The envoy told us that there will be a lot of change in the perception of the UN towards Somaliland and that he will be discussing the security question with the Secretary General, to whom favorable report will be given. He also stressed that Somaliland will get its share of international aid.” He added.