Somali MPs appeal for international help

Fifty Somali MPs and civil society leaders on Wednesday urged the international community to move with speed and help the transitional federal government establish key institutions to end chaos in the country.They also want the mandate of the African Union forces deployed to Somalia changed to enable them fight militia groups.Addressing journalists in Nairobi, the MPs warned that the skirmishes could spread to the whole region if left to continue.Led by Awad Ashareh, Abdirashid Gabyow, Mohamoud Nur and Abdi Hassan, the leaders cited formation of a strong judiciary, armed forces and sea guards as key to bringing peace to the troubled horn of Africa country.“We appeal to the international community to provide immediate tangible security, financial and political support to TFG to discharge its responsibility,” Mr Shareh who read a statement on behalf of the group said.,,more....more..http://www.nation.co.ke/News/-/1056/624528/-/ukxyo6/-/index.html