The Minister of Internal Affairs and Security Abdalle Mohamed Arab, on Thursday held a consultative and informative meeting in his office with the visiting top leadership of the European Union Capacity Building (EUCAP) Mission, led by the Head of Operations and Training of the European Union, Kestutis Lancinskas. Also in attendance were representatives of the EUCAP office in Hargeisa.
The meeting focused on the cooperation between the two sides, particularly on security matters.
The senior leadership of EUCAP commended the Minister for the significant progress Somaliland has made in maritime affairs and maritime security.
The Minister emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration between the two sides, noting that this cooperation will lead to a strong relationship and further development.
EUCAP has a field office in Hargeisa, the capital of Somaliland, and works with Somaliland authorities on maritime security and related issues. It supports workshops and training on police-prosecutor cooperation, particularly in areas like trafficking in persons and smuggling of migrants.