Mogadishu, Somalia – Somalia’s Federal Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre, has approved two significant draft laws aimed at strengthening governance and consumer protection.
The first bill paves the way for the creation of the Higher Institute of Legal Affairs, a body that will serve as a center of excellence for legal research, training, and advisory services. Officials say the institute is designed to modernize Somalia’s legal framework, enhance the skills of practitioners, and provide government institutions with expert guidance on legislative reforms.
In a parallel move, the Cabinet endorsed a draft Milk Safety Law, underscoring the government’s commitment to food security and public health. The law seeks to regulate the production, distribution, and sale of milk and dairy products nationwide, setting standards to ensure quality, hygiene, and consumer protection in a country where informal markets dominate the supply chain.
Beyond legislation, ministers discussed key national priorities. Updates were given on Mogadishu’s security, particularly ongoing operations to stabilize the capital and safeguard civilian areas against threats. The Cabinet also reviewed domestic revenue performance, with emphasis on sustaining fiscal reforms that have reduced dependency on external budgetary support.
Implementation of the Arms Control Law was another central topic. The government is under pressure to strengthen oversight of weapons circulation as part of broader security sector reforms and commitments to international partners.
Prime Minister Barre praised the Cabinet for advancing laws that address both long-term institutional development and the immediate welfare of citizens. The draft bills will now proceed through the legislative process before becoming law.
Today’s session signals Somalia’s dual-track approach: tackling pressing security challenges while laying the foundations for stronger governance and a safer, more resilient society.