The Commander of the Somali National Army Discusses Strengthening Military Cooperation with Turkey

ANKARA — The Commander of the Somali National Army Ground Forces, Major General Sahal Abdullahi, held a meeting in Turkey with his Turkish counterpart, General Metin Tokel, where they discussed strengthening the military relations and cooperation between the two countries.

The meeting focused on how to enhance the capacity of the Somali National Army, with the Commander of the Somali Ground Forces expressing gratitude to the Turkish government and its military for the support they provide to the Somali forces and the Somali people. Sahal Abdullahi specifically mentioned the training and equipping that Turkey provides to the National Army, particularly the GorGor commandos, which are among the specially trained units of the Somali forces.

The military cooperation between Somalia and Turkey is part of efforts to strengthen the capabilities of the Somali forces, who are engaged in combat against the Al-Shabaab group, while also seeking to further enhance the security of the country. On the other hand, the Commander of the Somali Ground Forces and his delegation participated in a competition event for operating unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) held in Ankara, which was also attended by members of the Somali National Army.

This visit and these meetings demonstrate the ongoing defense relationship and cooperation between Somalia and Turkey, which provides training and equipment to the Somali forces.

The meeting focused on how to enhance the capacity of the Somali National Army, with the Commander of the Somali Ground Forces expressing gratitude to the Turkish government and its military for the support they provide to the Somali forces and the Somali people.

Sahal Cabdullaahi has specifically mentioned the training and equipping that Turkey provides to the Somali National Army, particularly the GorGor commandos, which are among the specially trained units of the Somali forces.

The military cooperation between Somalia and Turkey is part of efforts to strengthen the capabilities of the Somali forces, who are engaged in combat against the Al-Shabaab group, while also seeking to further enhance the security of the country.

On the other hand, the Commander of the Somali Land Forces and his delegation participated in a competition event for operating unmanned aerial vehicles (drones) held in the city of Ankara, which was also attended by members of the Somali National Army.

The visit and these meetings demonstrate the ongoing defense relationship and cooperation between Somalia and Turkey, which is providing training and equipment to the Somali forces.