Mogadishu, Somalia – The Council of Ministers of the Federal Republic of Somalia held its weekly meeting in Mogadishu today, where they approved a significant memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia concerning military and security cooperation.
The meeting was chaired by Prime Minister His Excellency Hamsa Abdi Barre. The agenda included updates on the general situation of the country, with a particular focus on security developments and the progress in the ongoing efforts to counter the Khawarij groups. Additionally, discussions were held on matters related to the upcoming Hajj pilgrimage.
A key decision made during the cabinet session was the approval of the MoU submitted by the Ministry of Defense. This agreement with Saudi Arabia is expected to bolster military and security collaboration between the two nations.
Furthermore, the Council of Ministers received a report from the committee dedicated to supporting the fight against the Khawarij groups. The details of this report were discussed among the cabinet members.
Today’s meeting reflects the Somali government’s active engagement in strengthening national security and fostering international partnerships to achieve its strategic objectives. The approval of the MoU with Saudi Arabia marks an important step in enhancing Somalia’s military and security capabilities.
