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The UN Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) closed its operations on 31 October 2024, and was succeeded by the UN Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS) as of Friday, 1 November, in line with the UN Security Council’s resolution 2753.

The change reflects the progress in the country and is also in line with the request of the Federal Government of Somalia for a two-year transition of UNSOM’s functions to the United Nations Country Team by October 2026.

While the new UNTMIS website and social media platforms are being finalized, relevant UNTMIS communications will be available here:

UNTMIS’s Facebook account – https://www.facebook.com/UNTMIS

UNTMIS's X account - https://x.com/UNTMIS_

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On International Anti-Corruption Day, UN envoy highlights importance of strengthening rule of law

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Learning first-hand of peace and political participation challenges, UN envoy to African Union wraps up first visit to Somalia

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On delays to Somaliland parliamentary and local council elections

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At start of global campaign against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence, UN highlights need for progress in Somalia

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Security Council press statement on Somalia

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Mogadishu Tech Summit closes with attendance of thousands and millions of dollars pledged in support

Mogadishu – The Mogadishu Tech Summit closed in the Somali capital today amidst words of praise and encouragement from the government and the United Nations, and pledges worth millions of dollars in support of technological advancement in Somalia.

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Remarks by UN envoy James Swan to the Security Council on the situation in Somalia on 21 November 2019

Madam President, Members of the Council:

I congratulate you Madame President on the presidency for the month of November 2019. I am honoured to report to you today on the situation in Somalia.

21 Nov 2019

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