MOGADISHU — The Federal Government of Somalia’s Council of Ministers held its weekly meeting on Thursday, reviewing the country’s overall political and security situation, with particular attention given to ongoing military operations against al-Shabaab.
The meeting was chaired by Salah Ahmed Jama, Acting Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, who presided over discussions on key national issues and government priorities.
During the meeting, the Council of Ministers approved two agreements signed between Somalia and the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries.
The first agreement concerns Political Consultations, establishing a framework for regular dialogue between Somalia and Mauritania on political and diplomatic issues of mutual interest. Such consultations are intended to enhance coordination between the two governments and provide a platform for discussing regional and international developments.
The second agreement focuses on cooperation in diplomatic training programmes, with the aim of strengthening the knowledge, professional skills and capabilities of diplomats from both countries.
The Somali government said the agreements represent an important step toward deepening relations with Mauritania and expanding cooperation in areas where the two countries share common interests.
The diplomatic training agreement is expected to provide opportunities for greater exchange of expertise and experience between Somali and Mauritanian diplomatic institutions, potentially contributing to the professional development of diplomats and strengthening cooperation between their foreign services.
The Cabinet also discussed Somalia’s broader security situation and the ongoing fight against al-Shabaab, as government forces and allied forces continue military and stabilization operations in several parts of the country.
Security remains one of the government’s main national priorities, alongside political stability, economic development and strengthening state institutions.
The approval of the agreements with Mauritania comes as Somalia continues to strengthen diplomatic relations with African and Arab countries and expand regional partnerships. Mogadishu has increasingly emphasized political coordination, diplomatic cooperation and capacity-building as important elements of its foreign policy.
The government said the agreements would contribute to further strengthening the longstanding relationship between Somalia and Mauritania and promote cooper
