MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's new parliament was sworn in and convened for the first time Monday, but a scheduled presidential vote was not held. No firm date has been given for the vote, which could be delayed days or weeks.
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Somalia has new parliament but no president yet
The changeover comes as the mandate for Somalia's transitional government ends. The undemocratic selection of lawmakers prompts doubts about the new parliament.
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's new parliament was sworn in and convened for the first time Monday, but a scheduled presidential vote was not held. No firm date has been given for the vote, which could be delayed days or weeks.
MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia's new parliament was sworn in and convened for the first time Monday, but a scheduled presidential vote was not held. No firm date has been given for the vote, which could be delayed days or weeks.
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