By Hargeisa, Somaliland, February 26, 2018- Yesterday, on the 26th of February the Vice President of the Republic of Somaliland Mr. Abdirahman Abdillahi Ismail Saylici welcomed the Ambassador of Norway, Mr. Wabejorn Heines, to the countries of Somaliland and Somalia.
Mr. Saylici discussed with the delegation many issues, which include investment in the country, elections of parliament and council, increase of donations, support of plan fulfillment and other things.
Vice president and the delegation discussed deeply how Norway would support the country with her challenging developmental issues related to investment, elections of parliament and council which is going to take place next year, 2019.
According to MCR correspondent in Somaliland, the Vice President implored Norway to raise their donation for the Somaliland Development Fund (SDF), and encouraged the ambassador to ensure Norway takes active part in the fulfillment of the Second National Development Plan (NDP II) proposed to be executed within the next five years.
Furthermore, Mr. Saylici requested informed ambassador about the government’s readiness to finalize between the country and Somalia.
Mr. Wabejorn Heines in his statement promised ensure takes active role in the fulfillment of the highlighted issues discussed.
He said, “The Norwegian government is ready to actualize what we have discussed together, and at the same time to strenghten the bilateral relationship between Somaliland and Norway.”
Reporter: Suhaib Ismail