Lifting the Arms Embargo, Joining the EAC and ATMIS Drawdown in Somalia: A Triple Win and Upcoming Challenges
In late November and early December of 2023, Somalia achieved a number of significant goals, such as debt relief, joining the East African Community, and lifting the arms embargo after 32 years. These accomplishments are not just constructive moves; they may also have unfavorable effects along the road. First, the security case: For almost 20 years, Somalia has been provided with security protection by the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM)/African Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), particularly for Villa Somalia, the parliament building, and other significant federal government institutions. The 3,000-man force drawdown mandated by Security Council Resolution 2710 will take effect by this December 31st.
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