Brigadier General Said Waberi, Commander of the 4th Division of the African Union Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), recently met with Major General Odawaa Yusuf Rage, Commander of the Somali National Army, in Beledweyne.
The meeting focused on various issues including the establishment of Joint Operations Centers aimed at enhancing intelligence sharing and strengthening counterterrorism efforts between the two forces.
Both commanders emphasized the crucial role of joint cooperation in tackling the ongoing threat posed by Al-Shabaab, highlighting the importance of coordinated military actions to ensure the security and stability of Somalia.
They also discussed the need for more efficient intelligence networks, faster response times, and sharing operational resources to enhance the overall effectiveness of counterterrorism operations.
Major General Odawaa assured the AUSSOM Sector 4 Chief of the Somali government’s unwavering commitment to eradicating Al-Shabaab from the Horn of Africa nation.
He further stressed the Somali government’s dedication to providing logistical and military support to the partnership, aiming to strengthen Somalia’s security forces.
On his part, Commander Waberi Commended the Somali government on its ongoing efforts to eradicate Al-Shabaab from the country, pledging the African Union peace keepers’ unwavering commitment to fostering and bolstering the offensive against insurgency in the region.
The collaboration between AUSSOM and the Somali National Army heralds an important important step in consolidating efforts to combat insurgency, reduce the influence of extremist groups, and maintain long-term peace and stability in the region.
The two officials also highlighted the need for strengthening community engagement, recognizing the importance of local cooperation in combatting with terrorism.
In conclusion, the two leaders reaffirmed their commitment to working together in the fight against terrorism, pledging to continue reinforcing the collaboration between AUSSOM and Somali security forces.