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AU
concerned over resignation of ministers in Somalia
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 ADDIS
ABEBA(August 12,2008) - The
Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) has expressed
deep concern at the difficulties facing the Transitional Federal Government
(TFG) of Somalia, noting in particular the resignation of a number
of cabinet ministers and its impact on the ongoing peace and reconciliation
efforts.
The council appealed to the Somali leaders to show unity of purpose
and take all steps required to enhance the cohesion of the transitional
federal institutions, in a communiqué issued here Monday, following
the Council's 146th meeting.
According to the PSC, Unity of purpose is vital for consolidation
of the progress made following the Djibouti Agreement of 9 June 2008
and facilitation of its early signature and implementation.
The Council also expressed appreciation for the efforts being made
by the AU Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) to support the implementation
of the Djibouti Agreement.
Meanwhile, the PSC has called on the UN Security Council to fully
assume its responsibilities by authorizing the early deployment of
a UN peacekeeping operation that would take over from AMISOM.
The Djibouti Agreement calls for the establishment of an international
stabilization force in the Horn of Africa country.
Condemning attacks perpetrated by armed elements against AMISOM and
humanitarian workers, the PSC said that all acts of violence aimed
at undermining the ongoing process in Somalia furthered instability
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