The President of the Republic of Somaliland, HE Muse Bihi Abdi, flanked by the Vice President of Somaliland, HE Abdurrahman Abdullahi Ismail (Saylici), today met with the leadership of the Civil Society Organizations in Somaliland at the Presidential Palace.

Among the issues discussed during the meeting was civil society organizations can play a role in accelerating parliamentary and local elections, as well as jointly implementing the country’s vision and objectives on electoral issues, and the role of youth and women in participation in the upcoming elections and promoting media knowledge.

On their part, the leadership of the Civil Society Organizations expressed their commitment to assist and deliver on the country’s development plans.

Lastly, the President of the Republic of Somaliland, commended the Civil Society Organizations for their efforts in the development of the country, and highlighted the importance of strengthening civil society cooperation, and stressed the need to increase social engagement in their country.