Somalia Should Hold Elections Immediately
The United States is deeply concerned by the
electoral impasse in Somalia, which is creating political uncertainty that
threatens security, stability, and development in the country. We call on Somalia’s federal and member state
leaders to set aside narrow political objectives, uphold their responsibilities
to the people of Somalia, and agree to immediately hold transparent and
inclusive elections.
The current impasse undermines progress made to
date, delays reforms urgently needed for Somalia to continue on the path to
full debt relief, and hinders the fight against terrorism. The United States supports the right of
Somali citizens to protest peacefully and firmly opposes the use of violence by
any party. We urge Somalia’s leaders to
safeguard the country’s future and find agreement to immediately conduct
parliamentary and presidential elections.
