Somalia's president has signed a controversial law extending his mandate for two years, the state news agency reported, setting the Horn of Africa nation on a collision course with donors who strongly oppose the move.
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A file photo of Somalia s President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo.
Somalia President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo has said he will not tolerate external interference and threats on sensitive internal matters.
Farmajo in a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said the matters being discussed solely fall within the ambit of Somali people.
He said his administration appreciates the international community s continued support but will reject any attempts to use humanitarian assistance to blackmail the country and advance their hidden agenda. The Federal Government of Somalia calls upon the international partners to reconsider their position on this monumental decision made by Parliament failure to which the Government of Somalia will explore diplomatic avenues available to protect her sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence, Farmajo said.
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