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MOGADISHU, 20 October 2026 The Steering Committee of the Security and Justice, Governance and Accountability Project (SJGAP) met on Tuesday in Mogadishu to discuss the development of Somalia’s security and justice institutions.
The meeting was attended by the Minister of Defence, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi; the Minister of Internal Security, Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail (Fartaag); members of the Federal Parliament; the European Union Ambassador, László Máthé; and other officials.
In a speech to the meeting, Minister Fiqi said that ensuring national security, protecting the country’s sovereignty and strengthening Somalia’s statehood require modern, professional, transparent and accountable defence institutions.
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The minister also spoke about the National Defence Bill. The bill has been approved by the Council of Ministers and is now before the Federal Parliament. He said the law will provide a legal foundation for national defence and strengthen accountability.
The minister noted that national security is not limited to military operations alone. He said it requires capable institutions, transparent administration, effective leadership and proper management of national security responsibilities.
The SJGAP project is supported by the European Union and implemented by Adam Smith International. The project aims to strengthen security, justice, good governance and accountability within Somali government institutions.