EASF Defence Ministers Meet in Mogadishu to Set 2026 Security Roadmap

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Defence ministers from Eastern Africa are meeting in Mogadishu to finalise the Eastern Africa Standby Force’s (EASF) 2026 operational plan, a move expected to strengthen regional coordination against shared security threats and boost Somalia’s role in collective defence efforts.

The meeting is focused on aligning member states around joint responses to cross-border militancy, instability, and emerging security risks in the Horn of Africa. Ministers also reviewed assessments from recent conflicts in the region, using the findings to shape future deployments and preparedness.

Officials said hosting the talks reflects growing confidence in the country’s security environment and marks a step toward deeper integration into regional peace and security frameworks. The outcomes of the session are expected to guide EASF operations, resource planning and force readiness in the year ahead.

By anchoring the 2026 roadmap in Mogadishu, the meeting is seen as reinforcing Somalia’s influence within the regional bloc while advancing a coordinated security approach intended to enhance stability across East Africa.