**Somalia’s Cabinet Approves Two Bilateral Agreements With Mauritania**
Mogadishu, Somalia – On Thursday, the Somali Cabinet approved two agreements with Mauritania covering political consultations and diplomatic training. The decisions were taken during the weekly cabinet meeting chaired by First Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama, who is acting as prime minister in the absence of Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre.
The political‑consultations agreement establishes a framework for the two governments to exchange views and coordinate on issues of mutual interest. The diplomatic‑training agreement aims to support the training of Somali diplomats and to develop the capacity of Somalia’s diplomatic institutions.
In the same session, cabinet members reviewed the country’s security situation and the ongoing campaign against Al Shabaab, the al‑Qaeda‑linked militant group that has been active in Somalia for more than a decade. Somali security forces continue operations against the group with assistance from international partners, and the government reiterated its priority of strengthening national security forces and assuming greater responsibility for security across the country. No further details on specific security measures or operations were disclosed.
The agreements with Mauritania are part of Somalia’s broader effort to expand diplomatic ties and strengthen bilateral relations with African partners. Officials indicated that the deals are expected to enhance regular political consultations and provide professional training opportunities for Somali diplomats, thereby contributing to closer cooperation between Mogadishu and Nouakchott.
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