In brief
- Somaliland Standard reported on June 18, 2022 that the Council of Ministers decided to suspend development projects included in the 2022 Budget projections.
- The decision was made so that emergency relief could be provided if the situation worsens, according to the report.
- The report does not identify which projects are affected or confirm that the suspension has been implemented.
On 18 June 2022, Somaliland Standard reported that the Council of Ministers, in its 93rd session chaired by President Muse Bihi Abdi, had issued a resolution on Thursday, June 16, 2022, to suspend development projects included in the 2022 Budget projections.
The suspension was decided so that emergency relief could be provided if the situation worsens, according to the report. The Council noted the ever-increasing cost of living and fuel and that drought is still raging in the country.
No list of affected projects was provided in the report. It does not state which development projects are suspended, their values, or the amounts that might be reallocated. The report also does not confirm that the suspension has taken effect or been formally implemented; it records only the Council's decision.
The Council heard reports from the Ministries of Interior, Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Religious Affairs and Endowments. The National Security Council was briefed by the Minister of Interior, Mohamed Kahin Ahmed, on the security situation. Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Issa Keyd Mohamud briefed the Council on recent travel to the United Kingdom and France, which he described as successful for the nation, as reported by Somaliland Standard.
Sheikh Abdirizak Hussein Ali (Albani), Minister of Religion and Endowments and Chairman of the Waheen Market Emergency and Support Committee, told the Council that the Waheen Market reconstruction plan and a temporary market settlement plan for people affected by the Waheen fire would begin next week, according to the report. The source does not provide details of the reconstruction plan, such as budget, contractor, or specifications.
The Council also instructed the Ministry of Interior to revise the content of the Traditional Elders Act, based on the ministry's recommendations from council members at recent meetings, as reported by Somaliland Standard.
Frequently asked questions
Which projects are suspended?
The report does not specify which development projects are suspended or name any individual project.
Has the suspension taken effect?
The report records the Council's decision only; it does not state whether the suspension has been implemented or had any effect.
What is the reason for the suspension?
The Council decided to suspend the projects so that emergency relief could be provided if the situation worsens, citing the rising cost of living, fuel prices, and drought.