Tuesday October 14, 2025
Aden (HOL) — Yemeni Defense Minister Maj. Gen. Mohsen
al-Daari met Monday with Somali Ambassador to Yemen Abdulhakim Mohamed in Aden
to discuss bilateral relations and security cooperation.
The talks focused on strengthening collaboration between the
two countries, particularly in combating illegal migration and terrorist groups
that benefit from such activities.
Al-Daari expressed his appreciation for the historical ties
between Yemen and Somalia and stressed the importance of joint efforts to
address regional security threats and ensure stability along strategic sea
lanes.
For his part, Ambassador Mohamed thanked the Yemeni
government for its continued support to the Somali people and government,
reaffirming Somalia’s commitment to enhancing cooperation in security,
political, and development fields.
The meeting is seen as a potential step toward a renewed
security partnership between Yemen and Somalia, at a time when both nations
face challenges related to maritime security and the movement of extremist
groups in the region.
Last week, the Somali government, in cooperation with
international aid agencies, repatriated 148 Somali citizens from Yemen.
The group — comprising men, women, and children — arrived at
Mogadishu’s Aden Adde International Airport aboard a chartered flight, marking
a new beginning for those who had endured years of hardship and conflict.
The repatriation effort was coordinated by the Somali
National Commission for Refugees and Internally Displaced Persons (NCRI) in
partnership with the U.N. Refugee Agency (UNHCR) and the International
Organization for Migration (IOM). Officials said the operation underscores
Somalia’s renewed commitment to assisting its citizens abroad.