Mogadishu, 19 November 2014 – The United Nations, the Inter-Governmental
Authority on Development (IGAD), the European Union (EU) and the African
Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM) welcomed the formation of the Interim
South West Administration (ISWA) in Somalia and the subsequent election of
Sharif Hassan Sheikh Adan as the new President of the ISWA.

“We welcome the election of Sharif Hassan Sheikh Adan as the new
President. At the same time, we underline the importance of dialogue
and inclusivity and urge the new leader to reach out “We welcome the
election of Sharif Hassan Sheikh Adan as the new President. At the same
time, we underline the importance of dialogue and inclusivity and urge the

new leader to reach to all constituents of the ISWA and, to reach
consensus on addressing the many challenges ahead. The establishment of
the Interim South West Administration paves the way to focus our minds on
providing services for the people and building a functioning
administration.”

“In conclusion, we join international partners in urging the Federal
Government of Somalia and the new Administration of the ISWA to work
towards peace and state formation. We reiterate the commitment of
the international community to supporting the authorities in
ensuring peace, stability and prosperity in Somalia”.