Somalia's Presidential Vote Delayed
Despite swearing in a new parliament, who has the task of choosing a new president, there are still not enough MPs to elect a new leader for the war-torn country.
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Somalia: High Hopes for New Political Era
- Publisher:
- Al Jazeera English
- Publication Date:
- 21 August 2012
Somalia is trying to start a new chapter: its new parliament has been sworn in. The next big step is for members to choose a president.But, as Al ... see more »
Photo: Abdi Hassan/IRIN
Current president Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed: Once parliament has elected a new speaker, a process expected to take a few days, legislators are due to vote in a new president, who would appoint a prime minister, who in turn would appoint the new Cabinet.
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