The Federal Government of Somalia hosted the 18th meeting of the Committee of Permanent Secretaries of the IGAD Conflict Early Warning and Response Mechanism (CEWARN) in Mogadishu. The meeting focused on strengthening regional cooperation for conflict prevention and the maintenance of peace.
The two-day gathering brought together representatives from IGAD member states, the IGAD Secretariat, and CEWARN experts. Participants discussed the enhancement of early warning systems to identify security threats and prevent clashes before they escalate into full-blown conflicts.
Hamza Adan Haadow, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, concluded the meeting. Meanwhile, IGAD officials emphasized the importance of translating early warning data into effective, actionable measures to prevent conflicts.
The meeting agenda also included an assessment of past performance, the strengthening of early warning systems within member states, and the establishment of CEWARN’s strategic priorities for the years 2026 to 2030.
Hosting this meeting enables Somalia to play a prominent role in regional peacebuilding and stabilization efforts, at a time when countries in the Horn of Africa continue to face challenges related to security, conflict, and political instability.