President of Somalia on 3-day working visit to Singapore

I understand Ahmed's desire to put up the façade of a functional international government But maybe this isn't the ideal time to be jaunting off to a quait diplomatic visit to a small asian country. Everything I know about Ahmed makes me believe that he will not let the TFG go down without a fight, especially against the Islamists. This leads me to believe that Ahmed is in Singapore securing a considerable 'donation' for the TFG.

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SINGAPORE : The President of Somalia is on a three-day visit to Singapore till Nov 9.

Mr Abdullahi Yusuf Ahmed met with President SR Nathan on Wednesday afternoon at the Istana. He is here at the invitation of the Singapore President.

Mr Abdullahi Yusuf was accompanied by his wife and several ministers including the Finance Minister. President Nathan hosted Mr Abdullahi Yusuf and his delegation to lunch.