Brussels, 24/01/2013 (Agence Europe) - On Tuesday 22 January, the European Council decided to extend the EU training mission in Somalia (EUTM Somalia) for two years. The mission will continue to contribute to the strengthening of the Somali armed forces so they can ultimately take over security responsibilities.
However, given the changing situation in Somalia, EUTM will refocus its activities. The mission will provide political and strategic advice to the Somali Ministry of Defence and the...