Turkish Parliament has approved the deployment of its Navy to Somalia
July 27 (Jowhar.com) – The Parliament of Turkey today approved President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s proposal to send naval forces to Somalia, to be part of the implementation of the Defense and Economic Agreement between the two countries.
The legal term approved by the Parliament is two years, it will need to be renewed.
This is an important step in the implementation of the defense and economic cooperation agreement between Somalia and Turkey.
The Somali government has welcomed the approval of the agreement between Somalia and Turkey.
The Minister of Defense, Mr. Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, who spoke about this decision, said that this cooperation reflects the commitment of the two countries to develop cooperation in the fields of economy and defense.
This decision follows the defense and economic cooperation agreement that the two countries signed on February 8 this year.
The agreement includes provisions for joint military exercises, intelligence sharing, and training programs for Somali security forces. It also covers areas such as infrastructure development, investment, and trade.
President Erdogan has expressed his commitment to supporting Somalia in its efforts to combat terrorism, piracy, and other security threats in the region. The deployment of Turkish naval forces to Somalia is seen as a tangible demonstration of this commitment.
The Turkish government has stated that its presence in Somalia will help strengthen security in the region and contribute to the stability and development of the country. The deployment of naval forces is also expected to enhance maritime security and protect vital sea lanes in the region.
Overall, the approval of this agreement by the Turkish Parliament marks a significant milestone in the deepening of ties between Turkey and Somalia, and further solidifies their partnership in the areas of defense and economy.
