Jan. 29 – Italy is at the forefront of the consolidation of peace, women’s rights and the administration of an area as complex as that of the Republic of Somaliland. On Sunday, February 1, the University of Hargeisa (Somaliland) hosts the second edition of the training course on peacekeeping operations organized by the Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna in Pisa, with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Decentralized Cooperation. The course is held by Andrea de Guttry, Professor of International Law and University Representatives for Higher Education Activities, and director of the Institute Dirpolis (Law, Politics, development). 35 students will participate, all from Somalia, Ethiopia, Tanzania, Kenya, Djibouti, Saudi Arabia, the US and Italy. The lessons provide the skills and knowledge to deal with the utmost professionalism the reconciliation process in Somalia. “Once again – said Andrea de Guttry – Pisa gives a decisive contribution to ensure stability in this delicate process: this training of Somali and international actorst should guide the Somali peace process. The Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna has a front row seat, and wants to provide a real contribution to improve the living conditions of millions of people.” At the opening ceremony, in addition to the Dean of the University of Hargeisa, three ministers from Somaliland and the Italian ambassador to Somalia, Fabrizio Marcelli, were present. (red)
