UNPOS
United Nations Political Office for Somalia

Closure of UNPOS

The United Nations Political Office for Somalia (UNPOS), established on 15 April 1995, supported the Federal Government’s peace and reconciliation efforts. Its mandate ended on 3 June 2013, with its responsibilities transferred to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM).

SRSG Mahiga addresses the AUPSC Meeting

Addis Ababa, 16 August 2011 – SRSG Mahiga thanked the African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) and expressed his gratitude to the AUPSC for its pivotal support to the peace process in Somalia. He paid tribute to the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) and its personnel who have paid the ultimate price for peace. [Full Statement]