Somalia Presents Human Rights Progress in Geneva

Geneva, Switzerland – The Minister of the Ministry of Family and Human Rights Development of the Federal Government of Somalia, Ambassador Khadiija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi, delivered a speech at a high-level meeting discussing the human rights situation in Somalia, the progress made, and the transition process in the country.

The meeting, which took place at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, also focused on the efforts of the Federal Government of Somalia to strengthen the protection and promotion of human rights. The Minister stated that Somalia would not directly submit a specific report, but would present its reports through the official process of the Human Rights Council and the reporting procedures of the Council.

She pointed out that Somalia is committed to continuously participating in the international processes of review and cooperation in the field of human rights. Ambassador Khadiija Mohamed Al-Makhzoumi also highlighted the importance of Human Rights Council Resolution 60/28, stating that it plays a significant role in the direction and efforts related to the transition phase and strengthening international cooperation.

The Minister specifically emphasized that the transition process is crucial for the new phase of Somalia, and it will be a prominent topic in the discussions and activities of the Human Rights Council session in Geneva and the General Assembly meetings of the United Nations in New York. She stated that the Federal Government of Somalia is ready to responsibly take on its new role, while further strengthening national institutions and the processes for protecting human rights.

Finally, the Minister shared with the world the progress Somalia has made in building human rights institutions, particularly the implementation of the Independent National Human Rights Commission. She emphasized that Somalia is committed to the protection and promotion of human rights, thanking the United Nations, international organizations, and all of Somalia's friends for their continued support to the country.

The Minister concluded by stating that international cooperation is essential for the success and continuity of Somalia's transition process and the development of the country's institutions responsible for the protection of human rights.