Parliament Calls on Federal Govt to allow the participation of Puntland in the Somaliland-Somalia Talks

[Deeq A.]

GAROWE–Puntland authority has renewed its calls for the unconditional inclusion of Puntland into the dialogue between Somaliland and Somalia. This was disclosed by the speaker of the parliament Hon, Ahmed Ali Hashi and reiterated that Sool and Sanaag provinces which are geographically located in Somaliland territory is part and parcel of Puntland. The house speaker made the remarks during the 3rd session of parliament. He said that Puntland is part of Somalia and is welcoming any right steps which are aimed at bringing the unity of Somalia once again. Hon. Ahmed has advised the Federal Govt to stop the dialogue unless until Puntland is given a room to participate the talks. The house speaker accused Ethiopia and the UAE of meddling the internal affairs of Somali people. He also pointed out that the world must know the constant aggression from SL which is occupying part of their territory.