Somalia’s Prime Minister, Hamza Abdi Barre, has emphasized the need for the Somali National Army to take full responsibility for the country’s security as the number of African Union troops is reduced.
The remaining AU forces under the AUSSOM mission will work in coordination with Somali security forces.
The Prime Minister praised the readiness of the Somali armed forces, noting that they are prepared to assume full responsibility for securing areas vacated by African Union troops.
Barre stressed the importance of having a strong national military capable of safeguarding Somalia’s land, sea, and airspace.
“This country needs its national army to take full control of its security. The Somali National Army has a great responsibility, and we are determined to secure our nation without relying on external forces,” PM Hamza Abdi Barre stated.
The Somali Federal Government has been focusing on strengthening national security and has announced the resumption of military operations against the ‘AS’ militant group in various regions.
The objective is said to reclaim territories still under the control of insurgents and restore full government authority across the country.
