Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has witnessed the formation of Egyptian forces assigned to the #African_Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (#AUSSOM), according to a report by Egypt Today, citing a statement from Egypt’s military spokesman.
The formation ceremony was attended by Egypt’s Minister of Defense and Military Production Gen. Abdel Mageed Saqr, Chief of Staff Lt. Gen. Ahmed Khalifa, and senior Egyptian military commanders. The military spokesman said the visit included briefings on the preparation, equipping, and operational readiness of Egyptian troops designated for the mission.
The program also featured training exercises and a display of vehicles intended for deployment, with officials stating the forces had completed intensive professional training to ensure readiness under various operational conditions.
According to the statement, Egypt’s participation in the AU mission reflects what it described as Cairo’s longstanding commitment to supporting international peace and security, particularly stabilization efforts in Somalia.
The development follows talks held in Cairo earlier this week between Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. At a joint press conference after the meeting, El-Sisi confirmed Egypt was proceeding with plans to deploy forces as part of AUSSOM, emphasizing Cairo’s stated commitment to promoting peace and stability in Somalia and across Africa.
