The Government of Somalia Confirms Its Commitment...

Accra (Caasimada Online) – The Federal Government of Somalia has confirmed its commitment to African unity and sustainable funding for the African Union, with the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ali Mohamed Omar (Ali Balcad) participating in the extraordinary session of the Executive Council of the African Union in the city of Accra, Ghana.

The session focused on issues related to the future of the African Union, particularly how to establish a financial framework that allows the organization to achieve self-sufficiency and sustainable funding.

Ali Balcad stated at the conference that the African Union places special importance on building a self-sufficient economic system, while also calling for the strengthening of the African Union Peace Fund.

The Deputy Minister emphasized the importance of implementing the Kigali decision regarding the 0.2 percent tax imposed on goods imported from the continent, which is part of efforts to enhance funding for the African Union.

He also thanked the government of Ghana for hosting the meeting, welcoming the proposed cooperation with multilateral financial institutions in Africa.

The Deputy Minister supported the reform aimed at unifying the responsibilities and functions of the African Union Commission, expressing gratitude to the member countries of the organization for the support they have provided to the African Union Peace Fund through the AUSSOM operation.

He also noted that the revenue generated from the funding of the Peace Fund continues to support the priorities and needs of the continent, particularly efforts to achieve peace and security in Africa.

Cali Balcad has finally stated that it is important for Africa to lead in finding solutions to the challenges facing the continent, while strengthening unity, cooperation, and economic self-reliance in Africa.