AQRI.net: Somali Government Successfully Repatriates 164 Youth Stranded in Libya In a humanitarian victory, the Somali government has successfully repatriated 164 Somali youth stranded in Libya, part of a collaborative effort under the Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) program. Led by Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, the mission was executed in partnership with the European Union, the International Organization for Migration (IOM), and the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
The repatriation was split between two key Somali cities, with 55 young Somalis arriving safely in Hargeisa and the rest reaching Mogadishu. The mission underscores Somalia’s ongoing commitment to addressing migration challenges and helping displaced citizens return and reintegrate.
“We are dedicated to ensuring the safety and dignity of all Somalis, regardless of where they are in the world,” said Foreign Minister Fiqi during the arrival ceremony. He further highlighted the government’s collaboration with international bodies to secure the safe return of its citizens.
Several high-ranking government officials attended the event, including Minister of Petroleum and Mineral Resources Abdirizak Mohamed, Minister of Information Daud Aweys, Minister of Interior Ali Yusuf Hosh, Minister of Internal Security Abdullahi Sheikh Fartaag, and the Commissioner for the National Commission for Refugees and IDPs. Their presence underscored the Somali government’s strong commitment to safeguarding its nationals abroad and providing a path for their reintegration into society.
Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation continues to push for efforts that ensure the well-being of its citizens, especially in regions where migrant challenges are profound. This latest repatriation marks a significant step toward alleviating the plight of stranded migrants and strengthening the country’s migration policies.
As Somalia looks ahead, the government remains dedicated to protecting its citizens abroad and offering them a chance to rebuild their lives back home.
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