Mogadishu, Somalia — Interior Security Minister Opens PSC Meeting on Phase II of Joint Police Programme. Mogadishu, SONNA — The Minister of Internal Security of the Federal Government of Somalia, H. E.
General Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail (Fartag), officially opened a Program Steering Committee (PSC) meeting on Tuesday.
The meeting focused on advancing the second phase of the Joint Police Programme (JPP II), a national initiative aimed at strengthening public security and policing services across the country.
The meeting, co — chaired by the International Partnership, was attended by State Ministers responsible for security, the Special Assistant Commander of the Somali Police Force, senior police officers, and representatives from international partners, including UNDP, UNTMIS, UN Women, IOM, AUSOM, as well as the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK).
Participants engaged in detailed discussions on the implementation of JPP II, coordination between federal and state levels, and lessons learned from previous phases of the programme.
The PSC meeting also explored practical measures to accelerate the delivery of effective and people — centered public security services. At the conclusion of the conference, the Program Steering Committee officially approved the JPP II annual work plan and budget for 2026.
This approval is part of ongoing national efforts to strengthen Somalia’s security institutions, particularly the Somali Police Force, by enhancing its capacity, professionalism, and ability to serve the public and contribute to national stability.
Minister Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail expressed appreciation to international donors and partners for their continued support. He emphasized that the JPP II programme will play a critical role in building a capable, efficient, and accountable police force that works closely with Somali communities.
He reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to security sector reform as a cornerstone of peace, stability, and state-building in Somalia.
Further details regarding the specific goals and objectives of the second phase of the Joint Police Programme are expected to be released in the coming days.
The initiative is seen as a significant step towards improving the security landscape in Somalia and fostering a more secure environment for its citizens.
Source: sonna.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 3*
