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Somali Defense Minister, Turkish Ambassador Discuss Strengthening Military Cooperation

Mogadishu, (SONNA) — The Minister of Defence of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, today received at his office the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, H.E. Alper Aktaş, along with Gen. Sebahattin Kalkan, the head of TÜRKSOM. The discussions centered around enhancing military collaboration between the two nations, specifically […]

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Somali Defense Minister, Turkish Ambassador Discuss Strengthening Military Cooperation
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Somali Defense Minister H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi met with Turkish Ambassador H.E. Alper Aktaş to discuss strengthening military cooperation between Somalia and Turkey.

What was announced

  1. The discussions focused on enhancing military collaboration, particularly training for the Somali National Army.
  2. Minister Fiqi expressed gratitude for Turkey’s support for Somalia and emphasized the importance of bilateral ties.
  3. The Minister acknowledged the role of international security partners in the reconstruction of the National Armed Forces.

Turkey’s steadfast and diverse support for the Somali people and government.

H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, H.E. Alper Aktaş, Gen. Sebahattin Kalkan
Mogadishu
2026-05-18

Why this matters: This meeting highlights ongoing efforts to enhance Somalia's military capabilities, which is crucial for national security and stability.

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SONNA English

Mogadishu, (SONNA) — The Minister of Defence of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, today received at his office the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, H.E. Alper Aktaş, along with Gen. Sebahattin Kalkan, the head of TÜRKSOM.

The discussions centered around enhancing military collaboration between the two nations, specifically focusing on training for the Somali National Army, bolstering their defense capabilities, and fostering a strategic partnership.

Minister Fiqi expressed gratitude to the Ambassador and his delegation for Turkey’s steadfast and diverse support for the Somali people and government.

He further emphasized that the strong bilateral ties between Somalia and Turkey would serve to challenge those opposed to Somalia’s progress.

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