Mogadishu, SONNA \u2013 The African Union (AU) has successfully concluded a four-day Technical Training Working Session focused on enhancing the capacity of the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM). The session aimed to strengthen AUSSOM\u2019s operational effectiveness by finalizing a Statement of Unity Requirement (SUR), which outlines the personnel and equipment needs from Troop and Police Contributing Countries (T\/PCCs).
\nThe event brought together key representatives from the AU Commission, the Federal Government of Somalia, T\/PCCs, AUSSOM senior leadership, the United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS), and international partners.
\nBrigadier General Billy Atwoki from the AU Commission\u2019s Peace Support Operations Division (PSOD) and AUSSOM Force Commander Lieutenant General Sam Kavuma reaffirmed the AU\u2019s unwavering commitment to Somalia\u2019s peace, security, and stability.
\nSomalia\u2019s Senior Defence Advisor, Jihan Abdullahi Hassan, highlighted the importance of aligning AUSSOM\u2019s mission with Somalia\u2019s national security vision, ensuring that the security transition remains on track.
\nThe finalization of the SUR is a significant step in ensuring AUSSOM receives the necessary resources to effectively implement its mandate. The AU, in collaboration with Somalia and international partners, remains committed to supporting the country\u2019s security sector reform and the gradual transfer of security responsibilities to Somali forces.
\nThe meeting underscored the shared commitment to a stable and secure Somalia, reinforcing the collaboration between the AU, the Somali government, and its international partners.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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