Somalia and Germany Deepen Cooperation on Migration and Border Security

Somalia and Germany Deepen Cooperation on Migration and Border Security

In a key diplomatic engagement, Mustafa Sheikh Cali Dhuxulow, Director General of Somalia’s Immigration and Citizenship Agency (ICA), met with Dr. Dieter Romann, President of Germany’s Federal Police Headquarters, to strengthen bilateral cooperation on migration, border security, and mobility.

The high-level meeting, held during an official working visit to Germany, brought together senior officials from both countries to discuss a wide range of priorities—including modernizing border control systems, enhancing international recognition of the Somali passport, and promoting safe and legal migration pathways for Somali citizens.

According to a statement from the ICA, the discussions aimed to tackle current migration challenges while improving the global image of Somali travel documents and expanding mobility opportunities. Both sides emphasized the need for joint action on combatting organized crime, human trafficking, and strengthening institutional capacity through training and technology transfer.

The Somali delegation also received insights into Germany’s advanced migration management practices, with detailed briefings on systems integration and security protocols. As part of the visit, Dhuxulow and his team toured Berlin International Airport, where they observed the use of cutting-edge technology in real-time border operations—a model Somalia hopes to adapt as part of its border modernization strategy.

Germany, which hosts one of the largest Somali diaspora communities in the European Union, has expressed its commitment to supporting Somalia’s efforts in building credible and secure migration systems. Both governments view this partnership as a step toward safe, orderly, and regulated migration in line with international standards.