The quarterly Budget Execution Forum concluded today in Kismayo after 4- days of constructive discussions. Supported by @SERP_Somalia, the forum aimed at advancing PFM reforms & IPSAS Cash Basis, SFMIS & strengthening intergovernmental & collaboration accros #Somalia. #SERP#PFM
Today, the Budget Execution Coordination Forum for the FGS,FMS,& BRA kicked off in Kismayo.Supported by @SERP_Somalia,the forum will focus on strengthening budget execution, advance Cash IPSAS implementation,& enhance transparency, accountability,& intergovernmental coordination.
The Minister of Finance of the Northeastern State, H.E. Abdiqani Hussein H. Hiraad, participated in the Dialogue and Consultation Forum between the Federal Government of Somalia and the Northeastern State Government on development projects.
The Minister of Finance of the Northeastern State, H.E. Abdiqani Hussein H. Hiraad, today welcomed Mr. Uweis Abdullahi, Economic Affairs Advisor at the Office of the Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, along with Director Mohamed Abdi Hashi, at his office.
I made a courtesy visit to the Somali Embassy in Washington, DC, where I held a fruitful meeting with Ambassador @Dahirhasan, @SomaliainUSA
During our discussion, I briefed the Ambassador on the latest security, economic, social, and political developments in the Northeastern State of Somalia (NES).
I appreciate the Ambassador’s time and continued engagement on matters important to our region.
Congratulations to Deputy Minister Jamaac Daahir Qodax and Director General Siciid Cabdiraxmaan Maxamed on their appointments by the President. Warm welcome from the Ministry of Finance team!
📢 OFFICIAL NOTICE: BAJAJ TAX REDUCTION
The Minister of Finance, Hon. Abdiqani Hussein H Hiirad, has approved a 28% tax reduction on Bajaj vehicles.
📅 Period: March 24 – April 23, 2026
Wasaaradda Maaliyadda waxay hambalyo ku aaddan ciidda barakaysan ee Fidriga u direysaa dhammaan ummadda Soomaaliyeed gaar ahaan Shacab waynaha Dawlada Waqooyi Bari meel kasta oo ay dunida ka joogaan.
Historic Welcome to the Northeastern State of Somalia (NES)!
1. The ministerial meeting of Intergovernmental Fiscal Federalism warmly celebrates the long-awaited full participation of the Northeastern State as Somalia.
2. For far too long, the proud and resilient communities of NES have been excluded, marginalised and denied their rightful place in national decision-making and development. Today that chapter ends. Their voices, needs and aspirations are now fully at the federal table.
3. The Council has welcomed the participation of the Northeastern State of Somalia in the meeting and has reaffirmed the importance of ensuring that the NES and the Banadir Regional Administration benefit from all development projects and programs in the country.
4. This milestone is sealed by a clear, transparent fiscal transfer formula for the distribution of budget support to all Federal Member States — a formula acceptable to every member and marking a major step toward equitable, predictable and fair resource sharing.
5. The NES will now benefit from:
✅ Recurring Cost Recovery Financing (RCRF) — ensuring sustainable financing for salaries, operations and essential services
✅ Somalia Enhancing Public Resource Management Project (SERP) — strengthening public financial management, domestic revenue mobilisation and institutional capacity across the board
6. Unity is not just a slogan — it is now being built with concrete fiscal inclusion and development opportunities for every Somali.
The second day of the Finance Ministers’ Fiscal Forum is underway, with the adoption of the comprehensive Policy Paper on the Revenue Assignment Agreement and efforts to harmonize the existing sales tax agreement. The forum is scheduled to conclude with the formal signing of the official communique, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing fiscal collaboration between the Federal Government of Somalia and the Federal Member States.
Mogadishu, Somalia – The 24th meeting of Finance Ministers from the Federal Government and Federal Member States concluded in Mogadishu today.
The talks focused on strengthening financial cooperation, boosting domestic revenue, and accelerating economic reforms.
The Finance Ministers’ Fiscal Forum commenced today in Mogadishu, with participants from all Federal Member States present. The forum is expected to deliberate on amendments to the Fiscal Transfer Grant Agreement, endorse the Policy Paper on the Revenue Assignment Agreement, and promote the harmonization of Sales Tax policies. The meeting was chaired by the Federal Minister of Finance, Bihi Egeh.
The 24th meeting of Finance Ministers from Somalia's Federal Member States and Banadir Regional Administration kicked off today in Mogadishu.
Over the next two days, they will focus on strengthening cooperation on financial management and revenue sharing to drive fiscal reform.
Northeastern State Minister of Finance @AHHirad participated in the 23rd Finance Ministers Forum.
We engaged in discussions on key fiscal reforms, including the uniform income tax rate from January 2026 and the FMIS rollout, and remain committed to collaborative national progress
1. For the past two years, the Northeastern State of Somalia (NESS) has laid the groundwork for protecting state security, maintaining unity, and transitioning from interim to full federal member state (FMS) status in Somalia’s federal system. This culminated in the inauguration of NESS’s new government for a 5-year mandate.
2. The government’s tasks ahead are clear:
—Rebuild governance with transparency, accountability and learn from previous FMS’s failures and ever present petty squabbling characteristic.
—Enhance security by building a professional force integrated with federal structures.
—Foster economic growth through infrastructure like roads, ports, and energy to attract investment and leverage the state’s location.
—Promote social services, including education, healthcare, and water, to improve life in underserved areas like Sool, Sanaag, and Togdheer, which were previously blocked by prior administrations.
—Strengthen unity and reconciliation by mediating disputes with neighbors, ensuring peaceful coexistence within Somalia’s federal framework.
—Build international partnerships for state-building, as shown by recent involvement of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and other partners.
3. The people of NESS have cadres of politicians and technocrats who can help build the State; they need to rise to the challenge.
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In his closing remarks on Northeastern TV, the Minister of Finance said NES had a bright future, urged unity and cooperation, encouraged public and diaspora engagement, and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to learning, correcting mistakes, and delivering better services
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The Minister explained that financial reforms were supported through domestic revenues—customs and inland taxes—and partnerships with the FGS, noting that international financial support was coordinated through federal institutions to strengthen state financing.