MOGADISHU, Somalia — In a joint session marked by both procedural disorder and significant legislative progress, lawmakers from both chambers of Somalia’s Federal Parliament on Tuesday ratified the national budget for 2026.
Budget Overview and Voting Results
The approved financial framework totals $1,386,807,242, representing a critical roadmap for the government’s spending in the coming year. Despite loud disruptions during the session, the vote passed with overwhelming support:
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In Favor: 174 lawmakers
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Opposed: 4 lawmakers
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Abstentions: 1 lawmaker
Strategic Priorities
Government officials emphasized that the 2026 budget is designed to address the nation’s most pressing security challenges and economic pressures. The allocation of funds focuses on several key pillars of national development:
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Security & Stability: Enhancing measures to confront ongoing security threats and supporting stabilization initiatives.
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Institutional Strengthening: Reinforcing state institutions to improve governance.
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Social Services: Broadening the provision of essential services to the public.
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Economic Growth: Fostering sustainable development and continuing the nation’s reconstruction efforts.
The passage of this budget is seen as a vital step in advancing the Federal Government of Somalia’s long-term development objectives and maintaining momentum in its recovery phase.
