Somalia holds training on diplomatic immunity for security agencies

Mogadishu, October 6, 2026 – The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, Xamsa Aadan Xaadoow, today launched a training on the priorities and privileges of diplomacy in Mogadishu, which is being held for the country's security agencies.

This three-day training is being provided by the Diplomatic Institute of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and is attended by officials from CID, the Traffic Police, the Somali National Army, NISA, the Ministry of Internal Security, the Ministry of Transport and Civil Aviation, and other security agencies.

The purpose of the training is to enhance the understanding of security agencies regarding the rights, priorities, and privileges of diplomats, with a particular focus on the obligations outlined in the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.

The Ministry stated that the training is also crucial for understanding Somalia's obligations in protecting Somali diplomats operating in other countries.

The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Xamsa Aadan Xaadoow, emphasized that the protection of diplomatic privileges and priorities reflects Somalia's responsibility to the international community, and plays an important role in strengthening diplomatic relations and international cooperation.

This training is part of efforts to enhance the knowledge and skills of government agencies dealing with diplomatic matters and foreign representatives in Somalia.