Mogadishu, Somalia — Defence officials from Somalia and Djibouti held a meeting in Mogadishu this week. The discussions centered on bilateral cooperation in security and defence matters, as well as broader regional coordination efforts.
The Djiboutian delegation was in the Somali capital to participate in the 35th Ordinary Session of the Council of Defence and Security Ministers of the Eastern Africa Standby Force (EASF). The EASF is a regional organization focused on promoting peace, security, and stability.
During the talks, officials explored ways to enhance strategic collaboration. The conversation also addressed shared regional challenges and support for stability in the Horn of Africa.
The Somali side acknowledged Djibouti’s ongoing role in regional peace initiatives, including its contributions to multinational stabilization missions in Somalia. This engagement was highlighted as a reflection of the strong bilateral relationship between the two neighbouring nations.
The meeting was attended by senior military officials and diplomats from both countries, including the Somali National Army Chief and the Djiboutian Ambassador to Somalia.
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