Somalia’s parliament has extended the terms of office of both its members and the president by one year. As a result, both lawmakers and the president will now be able to remain in office for five years. The opposition has rejected the constitutional amendment and is calling for elections to be held in May.
By Redaktion Table
Following warnings of funding shortfalls for the World Food Program’s humanitarian operations in Somalia, the European Union has announced additional commitments to the country. The move is also intended to support further regional stabilization.
By Katharina Horban and David Renke
From April onward, the World Food Programme (WFP) is expected to require additional funding to sustain its humanitarian operations in Somalia. Expectations toward the German government are correspondingly high, as the potential security repercussions would extend well beyond the country’s borders.
By Katharina Horban
Israel’s recognition of Somaliland is part of a larger shift in the axes of power in the strategically important Red Sea. Regional players are reorganizing their alliances, while lines of conflict between status quo maintainers and revisionists are solidifying.
By Arne Schütte
The planned visit by China’s foreign minister to Mogadishu was canceled at short notice. Nevertheless, Beijing has reaffirmed its partnership with Somalia and emphasized the country’s “territorial integrity.”
By Yi Ling Pan
