A London-based Somalilander with the flag of the internationally unrecognised self-declared republic of Somaliland stuck to her cheek attends a pro-independence rally outside Downing street in London ahead of the Somalia London conference. Photo | AFP |
By BBC
Eritrea criticises 'foreign meddling' in Somalia
World leaders have pledged to boost support for measures to fight piracy, terrorism and political instability in Somalia, after a meeting in London.
The conference agreed a seven-point plan promising more humanitarian aid, support for African Union peacekeepers and better international co-ordination.
USA Secretary of State Hillary Clinton said the world must keep Islamist militant group Al-Shabab "on the run".
A two-decade war has wrecked Somalia, leaving it without a proper government.
The current transitional government has direct control only in the capital, Mogadishu. It is propped up by 12,000 African Union (AU) peacekeepers.
Al-Shabab militants, who recently joined with Al-Qaeda, control large swathes of territory.
Mrs Clinton ruled out talks with Al-Shabab, saying that its decision to join forces with Al-Qaeda showed "it is not on the side of peace, stability or the Somali people".
However, she said the international community was ready to engage with anyone willing to renounce violence and embrace the peace process.
Somali officials had earlier urged targeted air strikes against Al-Shabab targets, but Mrs Clinton said there was no case for that kind of action.
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