Monday, June 8, 2026 {HMC} The Chinese government is supporting the Somali government in defense and building the National Army, according to meetings between officials of the Federal Government of Somalia.
The Beijing government says that the United Nations has increased its support for the Mogadishu government, after Hargeisa, Taipei and Taiwan linked up.
This step by the Chinese government to support Somalia in defense and building the Army further reinforces Turkey’s recent actions in Somalia.
