Watch: The purpose of the federal delegation that arrived in Beledweyne today

Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – The Federal Government of Somalia has today sent a high-level delegation to the city of Beledweyne, the capital of Hiiraan region, where they were warmly welcomed, with the aim of participating in efforts to calm the tensions in this city that arose from the recent elections in HirShabelle.

This delegation is led by the Minister of Petroleum, Daahir Shire, and the former governor of Hiiraan region, Cali Jayte Cismaan, who has been in Mogadishu in recent days.

Jayte, speaking to the media, stated that their trip is related to finding a solution to the tensions arising from the grievances of the people of Hiiraan regarding the formation of the HirShabelle Regional Government.

“The directors, the minister, and I have come from Mogadishu to the city of Beledweyne, we have been welcomed and we thank you, in the world of interests, we must consider the welfare of these people, that is why we have come to consult with you,” said the former governor of Hiiraan region.

Additionally, the Minister of Petroleum and Minerals of Somalia, Daahir Shire Maxamed, who hails from Hiiraan region, expressed optimism that the current situation can be resolved through dialogue, understanding, and stability, emphasizing the importance of addressing existing grievances through negotiation and reconciliation.

The minister stated that the existing grievances and the statements made by the Ugaas regarding the ongoing issues are well known, expressing hope that the ongoing efforts will lead to a meaningful outcome that benefits the community.

‘Both internal and external matters raised by the Ugaas and the existence of grievances are known, we hope that something beneficial will emerge from this,” the minister Daahir Shire also said.

This statement comes at a time when there is still a tense situation in Beledweyne, where movements are being made by the Ugaas of the Xawaadle clan and Member of Parliament Cabdullahi Maxamed Cali (Sanbaloolshe), who days ago arrived in the city with military vehicles.