By Mohamed Abdi - Reporter
MOGADISHU (Dawan Africa) — The European Union has urged Somali political stakeholders to continue inclusive dialogue aimed at reaching a political agreement that preserves peace and stability in the country.
Francesca Di Mauro made the remarks during a press conference on EU-Somalia relations covering governance, democracy, peace and stability, migration and economic cooperation.
“Dialogue must begin, it must continue, and we believe it should lead to concrete outcomes that preserve peace and stability in Somalia,” Di Mauro said.
She said Somalia was at a sensitive political moment and warned that decisions taken in the coming days would shape the country’s democratic trajectory and political stability.
The European Union and its member states have invested nearly 5 billion euros in Somalia over the past two decades to support state-building, security, stabilisation and socio-economic development, she said.
“The European Union and its member states expect all parties to engage in an inclusive and peaceful process to reach a political agreement that guarantees political stability,” Di Mauro added.
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Di Mauro also welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s call for political dialogue with opposition groups, as well as what she described as a constructive response from the opposition.
“The president’s call for dialogue and the constructive response from the opposition are welcome steps,” she said.
She said Somalia had significant economic and social potential, highlighting the role of youth, women and the private sector, while stressing the need for a stable environment capable of attracting investment.
“What is needed is a peaceful and stable Somalia that can attract investment,” she said.
EU Ambassador to Somalia called on Somalia’s government and opposition to continue a dialogue.
Di Mauro also welcomed Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s call for political dialogue with opposition groups, as well as what she described as a constructive response from the opposition.
“The president’s call for dialogue and the constructive response from the opposition are welcome steps,” she said.
She said Somalia had significant economic and social potential, highlighting the role of youth, women and the private sector, while stressing the need for a stable environment capable of attracting investment.
“What is needed is a peaceful and stable Somalia that can attract investment,” she said.