Djibouti opens maritime rule of law training center
The new center aims to enhance technical skills and regional cooperation for maritime security.
Djibouti inaugurated a new center for maritime rule of law training on October 24, 2026. The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Infrastructure and Equipment, Saïd Nouh Hassan, alongside other civil and military officials. Also present were the U.S. Ambassador to Djibouti, Cynthia Kierscht, and a representative from the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), Mostafa Elbanna.
The center is designed to build technical and operational skills among personnel and foster expertise sharing between partner institutions. It addresses the increasing challenges to maritime security and safety in the strategic waters near the Gulf of Aden, Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and the Red Sea. Djibouti, the U.S., and UNODC reaffirmed their commitment to maritime law and fighting illicit activities.
Djibouti intends to strengthen its role in maritime security through specialized training and partnerships. The facility will support cooperation with national, regional, and international actors to consolidate its position at the crossroads of key maritime routes.
Why it mattersDjibouti's new maritime training center will improve its capacity to manage security in its strategic waters.