A landmark tripartite meeting convened at the Djibouti Coast Guard headquarters, uniting the Coast Guard Commanders of Somaliland, Yemen, and Djibouti to strengthen maritime security in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The high-level discussions centered on enhancing cooperation to safeguard shared waters, addressing regional threats, and promoting mutual interests among the three nations.
The commanders—Admiral Ahmed Hure Hariye of Somaliland, Khalid Ali Mohamed Salah of Yemen, and Wa’ays Omar Boqore of Djibouti—underscored the critical need for collaborative efforts to ensure the safety of vital maritime routes.
Key topics included countering external interference, combating maritime threats, and maintaining secure and clean waters in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
Admiral Hariye emphasized Somaliland’s pivotal role in securing the southern Red Sea and its shared maritime borders with Djibouti and Yemen. “Our government and coast guard are committed to protecting these waters through robust cooperation, ensuring a maritime environment free from disruption and insecurity,” he stated.
Yemen’s Commander Salah reaffirmed Yemen’s readiness to defend the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden against foreign interference and potential threats, highlighting the importance of vigilance to maintain regional stability.
Djibouti’s Commander Boqore stressed the shared responsibility of the three nations to protect their extensive maritime borders. “Close collaboration is essential to make the Red Sea a safe and reliable zone for all,” he said, advocating for stronger ties to address evolving challenges.
The meeting builds on existing cooperation among the three nations, including ongoing information-sharing initiatives to address maritime security concerns.
This summit follows previous engagements, such as a French-organized conference in Djibouti attended by Admiral Hariye, which also focused on Red Sea security.
The tripartite commitment signals a unified approach to safeguarding one of the world’s most strategic maritime regions, reinforcing the resolve of Somaliland, Yemen, and Djibouti to protect their shared waters and promote regional stability.