UN congratulates Somalia on 65th anniversary of independence

Mogadishu – On the occasion of the 65th anniversary of Somalia’s independence, the United Nations congratulates the people and government of Somalia and commends the nation’s progress since 1960.

"Somalia has much to be rightfully proud of, including achievements in advancing peace, prosperity, and governance despite facing great challenges,” said the UN Secretary-General’s Special Representative for Somalia, James Swan.
 

“On behalf of the United Nations family in Somalia, I wish all Somalis ‘hambalyo,’ on this significant day, and reaffirm the UN’s commitment to supporting Somalia as it strives for even greater progress in the years to come,” he added.