Kenya’s intelligence chief in Mogadishu to discuss counter terrorism efforts

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Kenya’s intelligence chief Noordin Haji is in Mogadishu for a high-level meeting aimed at strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the fight against terrorism.

Haji met with his Somali counterpart Mahamad Salad whom he is set to discuss joint efforts between Somalia and Kenya on ways to counter cross-border terrorism and combat the threat posed by the Al-shabaab militant group.

The visit comes amid ongoing efforts by both Somalia and Kenya to improve security and stability in the region.

Al-Shabaab, which has been waging an insurgency against the Somali government for over a decade, has also carried out several high-profile attacks in Kenya in recent years.

The two countries have a shared interest in defeating the militant group and preventing its ability to carry out cross-border attacks.

The visit by Kenya’s Intelligence Chief is seen as a positive step towards enhancing cooperation and coordination between the two countries in the war against terror.