Ankara, SONNA — The National Communications Authority (NCA) of Somalia and the Information Technologies and Communications Authority (BTK) of the Republic of Türkiye have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation in the field of electronic communications.
The agreement was signed at BTK headquarters in Ankara by Mr. Mustafa Yasin Sheikh, Director General of the National Communications Authority of Somalia, and Mr. Ömer Abdullah Karagözoğlu, Chairman of the Board and President of BTK. The MoU establishes a framework for collaboration in key areas of mutual interest, including satellite communications regulation, cybersecurity, spectrum management, broadband infrastructure deployment, telecommunications network security and resilience, internet regulation, and other regulatory aspects of electronic communications.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Mr. Ömer Abdullah Karagözoğlu emphasized the broader vision of the partnership, stating:
“Through this partnership, we aim to promote the exchange of knowledge, regulatory experience, and best practices, thereby supporting resilient, forward-looking communications sectors in both Türkiye and Somalia.”
Mr. Mustafa Yasin Sheikh highlighted the strategic importance of the agreement for Somalia’s communications sector, noting:
“This agreement strengthens institutional collaboration between NCA and BTK and supports capacity building, knowledge exchange, and improved regulatory frameworks, thereby contributing to the growth and modernization of Somalia’s communications sector.”
Following the signing, the Director General and his delegation engaged with BTK and other relevant Turkish institutions through technical discussions and experience-sharing sessions. These engagements focused on regulatory practices, cybersecurity, consumer protection, and internet governance, further reinforcing the practical implementation of the MoU.
The agreement marks an important step in advancing Somalia’s electronic communications sector through international cooperation, institutional strengthening, and the adoption of global best practices.
