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).

Message from the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia on the Occasion of Eid al-Adha

Mogadishu, 26 October 2012, The Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Somalia, Dr. Agostin P. Mahiga, wished all Somalis a happy Eid - whether they are inside or outside the country.

I take this opportunity to wish all Somalis a happy Eid, marked by peace, love and prosperity," said the Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Ambassador Mahiga.