The African Mission for Somalia AMISOM has said in a statement that it regrets the smuggling of charcoal after it emerged ports have allowed ships carrying charcoal to leave Somalia violating both a UN Security Council and Presidential ban.
“AMISOM regrets reports that charcoal is being exported of Somalia in violation of United Nations Security Council resolution 2036” the statement reads in part.
AMISOM also promised to work together with the Somalia government in dealing with the issue.
“In this regard, AMISOM reaffirms its commitment to support the Federal Government of Somalia in its efforts to stamp out this illegal trade in charcoal.” The AMISOM statement added.
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