Somaliland’s Representative Faces Sexual Harassment Accusations in Taiwan

Taipei(Mogadishu24)-Somaliland’s representative office in Taiwan is facing accusations of labour abuses and sexual harassment, as a former employee, referred to as Mrs. P to maintain her anonymity, made serious allegations Somaliland’s Representative Mr. Mohamed Hagi, and another diplomat attached to the office.

“I kept refusing him, but he grabbed me with both arms, hugged me, and whispered in my ear; I will really miss you. When you are gone, I will miss you. I felt really disgusted,” Mrs. P said.

Mrs. P stated that this incident occurred after she was wrongfully fired from the office in August last year. She reported the matter to Somaliland’s Representative Dr. Mohamed Hagi, but he dismissed it.

She also revealed that this was just one of many incidents where her rights were abused in the office. Dr. Hagi allegedly forced her to pay for his personal expenses and violated her privacy by frequently checking her personal phone.

Mrs. P claimed that she was fired from her position after being accused of helping Mr. Hagi’s mistreated Philippine household.

These allegations have caused a diplomatic uproar in Taiwan, with local leaders expressing their disappointment with the actions of the representatives.

“Diplomatic immunity should not be a get-out-of-jail-free card for those who abuse the labour rights and interests of Taiwan’s people,” said Mr. Chang Ssu Khang, Taipei city Councillor.