A Saudi military delegation visited two training camps in Galgadud Region, Somalia, to inspect a program funded by Saudi Arabia.The initiative aims to train 5,107 Somali soldiers, including 2,000 recruits from Puntland, over nine months.The training is led by instructors from Romania, Ukraine, South Africa, and Colombia.

This follows a military cooperation agreement between Saudi Arabia and Somalia, highlighting growing regional interest in influencing Somalia's security landscape.Somalia's government faces ongoing challenges like political disputes and security threats, making international military support a key focus.The program underscores Somalia's strategic importance in the Horn of Africa, near the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.Observers note that increased military aid reflects competition among regional and international powers to shape Somalia's future.The initiative also aligns with broader efforts to stabilize the region amid persistent security and political instability.