SOO MAAL Posted February 17, 2005 (AGI) - Rome, Italy, Feb. 16 - "Today, the temporary federal parliament of Somalia is the major institution of the peace process, within which lie all the hopes of the people" said Lower House speaker Pierferdinando Casini, meeting the delegation of Somali MPs, led by chairman Hassan Sheikh Aden, on visit in Rome. "If you pursue this goal, you will set a great example not only for Africa, but the all world areas going through a political crisis. Somalia is now experiencing its most crucial phase, focusing on the rebirth of the parliament, which is to act as a unification and reconstruction means, recognised throughout the country, by all political sides". The parliament, said Casini "is now the only democratic device which represents pluralism and respect within the same community. We expect Somalia to teach a great constitutional and parliamentary lesson on democracy. In this, Somalia is supported by the entire Italian parliament, both majority and opposition". After highlighting the special cooperation programme between the Lower House and the new Somali parliament, Casini assured that the Lower House "will keep on directly supporting the new institution, helping to promote the economic recovery in the African country". (AGI) - 161718 FEB 05 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gabbal Posted February 17, 2005 We need all the help we can to rebuild. We welcome Italy's support. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
