MOGADISHU, Somalia – The Federal Government of Somalia and the United Nations officially signed the 2025 Implementation Guide today, a strategic framework designed to bolster the protection of children affected by armed conflict. The agreement was formalized in Mogadishu by the Minister of Defense, H.E. Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, alongside the Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia, Mr. James Swan, and the UNICEF Representative, Ms. Sandra Latouff.
This signing marks a significant step in the nation’s ongoing institutional reform. It aims to enhance the accountability of security agencies while prioritizing the safety and well-being of minors within conflict zones.
The 2025 operational plan builds upon the substantial progress achieved in recent years. It demonstrates the Federal Government’s firm resolve to prevent grave violations against children and to work in close alignment with international partners to secure the future of Somali youth.
The ceremony was attended by members of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on Children and Armed Conflict (CAAC), which includes high-level representatives from the Ministries of Defense, Internal Security, Justice and Constitutional Affairs, and Family and Human Rights Development.
