Despite the presence of Coronavirus, Somalia has proceeded on its journey to economic development.
Somalia’s President Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed announced while speaking at the United Nations General Assembly’s 76th session in New York on Wednesday.
He said that not only did its reform initiatives improve Somalis’ trust in their government, but international financial institutions also donated cash to help the country avoid the worst of the crisis.
“Economic reforms are key to the sustainable recovery and development of Somalia.
“In this regard, we are determined to continue growing our domestic revenue base, strengthening transparency and good governance, as well working even more closely with our people.
“We shall also continue to work with all our development partners to ensure that Somalia’s recovery from COVID-19 is swift and sustainable,’’ he said.
In the aftermath of the pandemic, the 76th UN General Assembly is focused on creating resilience through hope.
President Mohamed stated that people all over the world had suffered as a result of the pandemic, describing the period as one of the most unpredictable in human history.
“Uncertainty and inability are different. I strongly believe that we as a community of nations are capable and must recover together by remaining hopeful.
“Throughout history, mankind has been challenged, but never has our collective spirit and determination to learn, share, progress and prosper through effective partnership been beaten,’’ he said.
“The pandemic has exposed frightening inequalities in the world and the different rates of responses have highlighted the vast gap between developed and developing countries.
“It is fundamental to recognise that responding to COVID-19 requires a renewed commitment to vaccinations for all.
“Human safety is the cornerstone of any sustainable recovery from this disastrous health pandemic, the Somali leader emphasized.
President Mohamed also stressed the need for environmental protection, since Somalia’s economic development is dependent on its natural resources, which include one of the world’s longest coasts and extensive swaths of agricultural land.
He claimed the country is still suffering from the effects of global warming, citing repeating cycles of damaging and fatal droughts and floods.
“Looking forward, it is the collective duty of all states, communities, and individuals to respond to the needs of the planet.
“We must all do our absolute best to cooperate to protect the future of our planet and our source of life, wealth, and wellbeing,’’ said ‘Farmajo.’
(NAN)
