Somalia
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Somalia Celebrates 67th Anniversary of National Flag
Somalia marks 67 years since the national flag was first unveiled, symbolizing the country's struggle for independence and unity.
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Somalia
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Somalia, China discuss expanded defense and security cooperation
Somali Defence Minister meets Chinese counterpart in Beijing to strengthen ties
Somalia
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U.S. extends UN support for Somalia mission involving Kenyan troops by 12 months
The US has given the UN 12 months to wind down its support for the African Union peacekeeping mission in Somalia.
Somalia
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Somalia registers 1.5 million citizens under national ID system
Somalia's National Identification and Registration Authority registers 1.5 million citizens since 2023, aiming for 15 million by 2029.
Somalia
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Somali Opposition Sends Message to International Community and UN Ahead of President Hassan Sheikh's New York Trip
Somali opposition groups send message to UN and international community ahead of President Hassan Sheikh's visit to New York
Somalia
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Somali Lower House Speaker urges stronger enforcement as piracy resurges off Somalia
Somali Lower House Speaker Abdiqadir Mohamed Nur calls for stronger enforcement to combat resurgent piracy off Somalia's coast.
Somalia
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US Issues Security Alert for Citizens in Middle East
The US has issued a security alert for its citizens in the Middle East, citing a complex and rapidly deteriorating security situation in the region.
Somalia
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Somali President calls for investment push as country seeks economic growth
Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud urges investment and economic development to drive growth
Somalia
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Strengthening Somalia's Central Bank and Securing Digital Payments
Somalia's digital payments success creates a public-policy challenge, requiring a stronger Central Bank to reduce dependence on single platforms.
Somalia
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US Gives UN One-Year Transition to End Logistical Support for Somalia Mission
The US has agreed to give the UN an additional year to phase out logistical support for the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia.
Somalia
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Somalia: Top General Accuses Turkey of Role in Assassination Attempt
Somalia's former Custodial Corps chief General Mahad Abdirahman Aden accuses Turkey of involvement in an assassination attempt after missiles struck his residence in Doolow.
Somalia
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Somalia Not Yet Ready to Assume Full Security Responsibilities
Somalia's security forces lack capacity to fully assume responsibilities from African Union mission