U.S. Led training exercises to commence in Berbera

Berbera January 14, 2023 (SD) – The United States government has issued a statement saying that the US military and troops from other countries in East Africa will conduct a military exercise in the city of Berbera in Somaliland.

The statement said that the exercise, which will be led by the US military, is planned for February 2023.

The purpose of the exercise is to enhance international cooperation in addressing issues and fighting terrorism and to prepare for United Nations and African Union operations in the region.

Similar exercises will also take place in Botswana, Djibouti, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda, and will involve up to 20 countries, including Somalia. This exercise is seen as the beginning of military and diplomatic cooperation between the US and Somaliland, following the signing of budget bill NDAA by President Biden allowing for such cooperation.

The U.S. reportedly sees Berbera as a strategic location and a potential base for its operations in East Africa.