Security and National Defense

The government has made it a priority to strengthen security and borders in the Republic of Somaliland. To this effect

1. The morale of the various branches of the Armed Forces has increased through welfare friendly programs.
2. Increased the number and quality of recruits to the Armed Forces.
3. In order to provide effective medical services to all serving officers of the armed forces construction, equipping and staffing of the National Army Hospital has been accomplished.
4. The National Army Pensions and Retirement Compensation Act has been completed and approved. The Act, as its name implies, assures the rights and benefits of Armed Forces personnel.
5. An End has been brought to all clan related violence in Saanag Region through government supported reconciliation.
6. Implementation of a Regional and District Security Strategy has managed to reduce youth crime in urban centers of the country by 68%.