Over the last few days, 26 tons of Russian medical equipment, medicines, and first aid kits were delivered to the Somali capital Mogadishu. Their distribution has begun. A second consignment of Russian humanitarian supplies will arrive in Mogadishu within a week.
The situation in Somalia remains extremely difficult. A threat posed by international terrorism is now added to the severe internal armed confrontation continuing in the country for nearly 20 years. Economic dislocation reigns in Somalia, millions of refugees and internally displaced persons are deprived of rudimentary medical care.
The Russian humanitarian action has been highly appreciated by the leadership of impoverished Somalia and ordinary Somalis and was, in their assessment, more than timely. Prime Minister Omar Sharmarke on behalf of his government and people expressed gratitude to the Russian leadership and all citizens of Russia for the assistance, stressing that it is a confirmation of the friendly relations between our countries, and a further contribution by Russia to efforts to normalize the situation in Somalia and achieve peace, security and stability there.
Source: RUSSIA INFORMATION AND PRESS DEPARTMENT