UNPOS
United Nations Political Office for Somalia

Closure of UNPOS

The United Nations Political Office for Somalia (UNPOS), established on 15 April 1995, supported the Federal Government’s peace and reconciliation efforts. Its mandate ended on 3 June 2013, with its responsibilities transferred to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM).

Secretary-General's Remarks on International Women's Day

I am pleased to be with you again for International Women's Day. What an impressive gathering. I am very much encouraged and impressed by such a huge gathering of world women leaders. Empowering women and girls has been a priority from my first day as Secretary-General. [Full Remarks]