The EU has released €9M in budget support to Somalia, supporting revenue mobilization, fiscal federalism, and public education, including the National Teacher’s Initiative. Watch more from the video below 👇

I am deeply grateful to the European Union for hosting me in Brussels to discuss Somalia’s significant strides across various sectors. Our strengthening partnership is founded on shared economic and security goals, paving the way for a brighter, collaborative future 🇪🇺🇸🇴

H.E Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre held a meeting with H.E. Tanja Fajon, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of the Republic of Slovenia, at his office today. Their discussions centered on strengthening collaboration between Somalia, Slovenia,

Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre has today engaged in discussions with EU Deputy Managing Director for Africa, Mr. Mathieu Briens, addressing Somalia's unwavering dedication to security, stability, and economic advancement. The talks emphasised security transitions, political

State Minister Omar Ali Abdi met with EU Deputy Managing Director for Africa Mathieu Briens & EU Delegation Somalia Amb. Karin Johansson at the General Dhaga Badan Academy to bolster support for SNA’s anti-terror efforts. The EU pledged advanced counter-IED equipment to enhance security.

EU delivered equipment to Somali National Armed Forces under the European Peace Facility, including military trucks, life-saving materials & infrastructure. Event attended by EU Deputy Managing Director for Africa, Mathieu Briens, Amb. Karin Johansson & FGS State Minister MoD Somalia 🇸🇴. Watch more👇

It’s been a busy, but rewarding week in Mogadishu with another event at GDTC viewing EU’s comprehensive engagement in action: training by EUTM and equipment delivery by EPF 🪖🚛🇪🇺🇸🇴

The EU partners with Somalia to secure trade routes, prevent terrorism, and build peace in the Horn of Africa. This month, we delivered key equipment to the Somali National Army under the European Peace Facility. Together, we are shaping a safer, brighter future.

Today, 161 Somali migrants have returned home after being stranded for months in Libya, assisted by EU Delegation Somalia and IOM Somalia, in collaboration with Somalia’s Office of Special Presidential Envoy (OSPE).

Ethiopia/Somalia: Statement by the Spokesperson on the Ankara Declaration | EEAS eeas.europa.eu/eeas/ethiopias…

The European Union welcomes the declaration agreed in Ankara between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Federal Republic of Somalia. Statement by the Spokesperson on the Ankara Declaration eeas.europa.eu/eeas/ethiopias…

Today, 147 Somali migrants stranded in Libya were assisted to return back home. In close collaboration with the FGS, EU has financially supported a total of 844 Somali migrants returning in 2024, while the programme is implemented by IOM Somalia 🇸🇴🇪🇺🇺🇳 Press release below 👇

EU Ambassador, Karin Johansson, met with Abdikarim Ahmed Hassan, Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral and Boundaries Commission. Discussion focused on inclusive elections and work of @NIEBCsomalia 🇪🇺🇸🇴

#Somalia: The European Union strongly condemns the terrorist attack in Mogadishu, which targeted the convoy of the President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. eeas.europa.eu/eeas/somalia-s…

Series! EU supports Somalia’s security sector 🇪🇺🇸🇴 In this 1st video, we explore how EUCAPSOM , EUTM Somalia and EUNAVFOR Operation ATALANTA train the Somali Security Forces. Watch this video to hear the stories from Somali trainees 👇 Stay tuned, more to follow!

We put together a video, hearing stories and testimonials from Somali trainees, how they benefit from capacity building of EU CSDP mission 🇪🇺🇸🇴 More to follow!

JOINT PRESS STATEMENT International Partners Welcome Proposed Platform for Political and Community Leaders Mogadishu, 7 April 2025 — International partners* welcome the proposal to organize a platform for Somali political and community leaders to ensure their views and efforts

EU Amb. Karin Johansson, met Pres. of Hirshabelle state Ali Gudlawe Hussein, and Pres. of Galmudug state Ahmed Abdi Karie. Discussions focused on the importance of a united approach building security and political inclusivity in Somalia as well as on EU engagement across the country 🇪🇺🇸🇴

The EU and Somalia held a high-level Political Dialogue in Mogadishu with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, EU Ambassadors, and Heads of Mission. They reviewed the progress on the EU-Somalia Joint Operational Roadmap — focused on inclusive politics, security, and economic growth.

This is Somalia. A new story begins. Somalia is rising through trade, trust, and the drive of its people. We’re launching a campaign showcasing resilience, entrepreneurship, and hope. Be inspired. Share. The EU: supporting you. #ThisIsSomalia #WadajirkaaAwoodBadan