A meeting was held at the European Union Delegation to Somalia (EUDEL) between the Mission Force Commander of EUTM Somalia, Brigadier General Elio Manes, and Brigadier General Abdiwahab Abdullahi Omar, Commander of the Somali Navy and Coast Guard. The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation between Somalia’s maritime forces and the European Union. Key areas included
Under its 9th Mandate, the European Union Training Mission in Somalia continues to stand side by side with Somalia in strengthening its security institutions. Working in partnership with the Federal Government of Somalia, EUTM Somalia supports the development of accountable and professional Somali Security Forces — aligned with Somali needs, Somali priorities, and Somali ownership.
A EUTM-S officer has been awarded for individual valor and generosity demonstrated while off duty. Major Peter Sterner of the Swedish Army was awarded by Lieutenant General Michiel van der Laan, Director of the European Union Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC), for his exemplary actions during a flight to Kenya. When a female passenger
The European Union Training Mission in Somalia (EUTM-Somalia) marked a formal handover of its Force Protection Unit (FPU) this week at the International Campus in Mogadishu. The 143rd Company of the 9th Alpine Regiment from L’Aquila (ITA), led by Captain Enrico Segato, has relieved the 5th Infantry Regiment “Aosta” Company from Messina (ITA), previously commanded
EUTM-S MFCdr, Brig. Gen. Elio Manes, welcomed H.E. Steen Sonne Andersen, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Denmark to Somalia. During the meeting, Brig. Gen. Manes highlighted the outstanding contributions of Danish officers serving with the mission, underscoring their crucial role in our shared efforts. The visit served as a valuable opportunity to reaffirm the European
The EUTM-S Mission Force Commander, Brigadier General Elio Manes, expressed his great satisfaction in receiving the Deputy Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Somalia, Ms. Laurie Visser. The visit provided an excellent opportunity for a constructive exchange of views, reinforcing mutual understanding and further strengthening the relationship and cooperation between EUTM-Somalia and the
EUTM-Somalia supported a Search and Rescue (SAR) training exercise for Navy HQ Operations Room personnel, aimed at strengthening shore-based leadership of SAR operations. The training focused on improving coordination of available maritime assets and applying international standards for maritime communications—key elements to ensure safer, faster, and more effective rescue operations at sea. This initiative reflects
EUTM-S advisers conducted a comprehensive Media Operations lecture, aimed at strengthening cooperation and coordination with international partners. This initiative reflects the Mission’s continued commitment to supporting a unified and strategic approach to communication within the security sector. The activity was designed to enhance the operational and institutional capabilities of the Somali Armed Forces and other
This week, EUTM Somalia’s Mission Force Commander, Brig. Gen. Elio Manes, along with immediate predecessor Brig. Gen. Sofia Westermak, participated in the EU Mission Force Commanders Conference in Brussels. The event served as a vital platform to reaffirm the essential role of the Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC) as the key link between Brussels’
EUTM MFCdr, Brigadier General Elio Manes, visited the General Daghabadan Training Centre to assess progress of the numerous funded projects aimed at strengthening SNA urban operations, mobility, and force protection through realistic, hands-on scenarios. During the visit, two key capability-development projects were described: - An “Airsoft-based tactical training” project to enhance realism and effectiveness in
