Turkey Vows Continued Support for Somalia’s Security and Stability

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Turkey has pledged to maintain its security support for Somalia, reaffirming its commitment to helping the country strengthen stability and combat terrorism.

Turkish Ambassador to Somalia Ferhat Alkan gave the assurance during talks with Somali National Security Adviser Aweys Haji Yusuf Ahmed in Mogadishu, where the two discussed the latest military and security developments in the country.

Alkan said Ankara would continue supporting Somalia’s efforts to secure peace, stability and national security, signalling the continuation of a defence partnership that has included military training and capacity-building for Somali security institutions.

The discussions also covered the fight against militant groups and ways to deepen security cooperation between the two countries.

Turkey has been one of Somalia’s key security partners, training Somali military personnel at its TURKSOM facility in Mogadishu and supporting efforts to strengthen the capabilities of the national armed forces.

The ambassador thanked the national security adviser for the exchange of views and what he described as productive discussions.

The latest pledge comes as Somalia continues its campaign against Al-Shabaab and works to build the capacity of its security forces to take greater responsibility for the country’s security.