During the visit, Minister Fiqi met with Brigadier General Teklu Hurisa Janka, the Sector 3 Commander, and received a detailed briefing on the sector’s activities, operational progress, and the cooperation between the Somali National Armed Forces (SNAF) and AUSSOM forces in the South West State.

Minister Fiqi commended AUSSOM’s support for SNAF operations and highlighted ongoing efforts to maintain security and stability across Somalia. He emphasized the importance of strengthening joint operations in the fight against terrorism.

The visit forms part of the Ministry of Defence’s ongoing efforts to enhance collaboration with international partners, particularly AUSSOM, to accelerate counter-terrorism achievements and reinforce coordinated security efforts.