By HAN News Desk
MOGADISHU – Negotiations between the Federal Government of Somalia and the Somali Future Council have collapsed. The disagreements center on the electoral model, the sequencing and management of federal and state elections, and the constitutional review process.
The United Nations Transitional Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS), along with other international partners, met with senior representatives of both parties. UNTMIS expressed disappointment that no deal was reached and urged renewed engagement, offering continued support to help the parties find a compromise.
The Future Council has accused the government of pursuing unilateral constitutional amendments, blocking more than 50 of its members from parliamentary sessions, and subjecting members to intimidation and political pressure. The government has not publicly addressed these allegations in detail.
With federal institutions’ mandates set to expire in about three months, the pressure for a solution is mounting. Observers warn that failure to reach consensus could destabilize Somalia politically, particularly affecting elections and constitutional reforms.
The standoff highlights deep mistrust between the federal government and opposition forces. Without compromise, Somalia risks a constitutional crisis. UNTMIS and international partners are positioning themselves as mediators, signaling growing concern over the country’s stability. Unresolved disputes over the electoral model and constitutional amendments could delay elections and threaten federal legitimacy.
Potential outcomes include renewed negotiations with international mediation if trust is rebuilt, or a continued impasse, which could escalate into political unrest or institutional paralysis.
