The opposition, operating under the Future Council umbrella, will be represented by former president Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed and Puntland leader Said Abdullahi Deni. The government delegation will include President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Deputy Prime Minister Salah Jama.
MOGADISHU — Somalia’s federal government and opposition leaders are set to hold talks on May 13 at the heavily secured airport compound in Mogadishu, in a renewed effort to ease political tensions and break a prolonged deadlock over governance issues.
The meeting will be facilitated by British Ambassador Charles King and Acting US Ambassador Justin Davis, reflecting growing international concern over Somalia’s political stability.
The discussions are expected to focus on key contentious issues, including electoral processes, constitutional matters, and power-sharing arrangements between the federal government and regional states.
Political tensions have escalated in recent months, with opposition figures accusing the government of unilateral decision-making and undermining inclusive dialogue, while authorities insist reforms are necessary to strengthen state institutions.
Diplomatic sources say the talks are seen as a critical step toward restoring trust between rival political actors and preventing further instability in a country already facing security challenges from Islamist insurgents.
No official agenda has been publicly released, and it remains unclear whether the meeting will produce a concrete agreement.
