UNPOS
United Nations Political Office for Somalia

Closure of UNPOS

The United Nations Political Office for Somalia (UNPOS), established on 15 April 1995, supported the Federal Government’s peace and reconciliation efforts. Its mandate ended on 3 June 2013, with its responsibilities transferred to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM).

IGAD’s ministerial meeting in Djibouti

On 7 December 2009, SRSG Ould-Abdallah attended the 33rd session of IGAD's ministerial meeting in Djibouti. The SRSG used the occasion to appeal to the international community to enhance its support to the Government of Somalia for real results to show on the ground. He also welcomed the continuous support the regional organisation has extended to the Government of Somalia.