Wednesday July 23, 2025
Geneva (HOL) — Somalia’s Immigration and Citizenship Agency
(ICA) and Switzerland’s State Secretariat for Migration (SEM) have signed a new
cooperation agreement to improve immigration services and enhancing border
security systems.
The agreement was signed by ICA Director General Mustafa
Duhulow, who is currently on an official visit to Switzerland. The signing
followed a series of high-level meetings with Swiss officials from the
ministries of justice and foreign affairs, as well as technical experts in
immigration and border management.
The agreement focuses on modernizing Somalia’s immigration
infrastructure, building the capacity of ICA personnel, and enhancing the
security, integrity, and international recognition of the Somali passport.
“This is a results-oriented partnership that will
significantly improve the quality and credibility of Somalia’s immigration
services,” said Director General Duhulow during the signing ceremony.
As part of the visit, the Somali delegation toured Swiss
land borders and international airports to observe the application of advanced
technologies in border control operations.
Officials say the collaboration will contribute to Somalia’s
broader national security goals, improve the efficiency of immigration
procedures, and boost global confidence in Somali travel documents.