Somalia and EU Strengthen Military Cooperation in Mogadishu Meeting

Somalia's Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, and Chief of the Somali National Army, Major General Odowa Yusuf Raage, met with General Seán Clancy, Head of the European Union Military Committee, during his working visit to Mogadishu. The discussions centered on enhancing military cooperation between Somalia and the European Union, with a particular focus on troop training, sustained support, and strengthening national defense capabilities. Both parties underscored the importance of strategic collaboration to improve the operational capacity of the Somali National Army, enhance counterterrorism efforts, and bolster overall national security. The meeting was also attended by EU Ambassador to Somalia, Francesca Di Mauro, and other senior officials from both sides, who participated in discussions aimed at advancing military and security cooperation between Somalia and the European Union.