MOGADISHU — Somalia’s Technical Committee, representing the Federal Government and the Somali Future Council, is expected to meet again today in Mogadishu as part of continued consultations ahead of a broader national political dialogue.

The talks are focused on agreeing the framework and modalities of the upcoming conference between the Federal Government and the Somali Future Council, a political alliance that brings together former national leaders now in opposition, as well as the Jubbaland and Puntland regional administrations. Discussions held on Monday reportedly concluded with mutual understanding and a commitment to continue dialogue in order to reach a sustainable political settlement.

The national dialogue, scheduled to begin on 1 February, was convened by Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who has stated that his administration is determined to address grievances raised by sections of the opposition.

Previously, another faction of the opposition reached an understanding with the Federal Government, resulting in the resolution of some of their concerns. Members of that group later took part in the one-person, one-vote elections held in Mogadishu toward the end of last year.

The Somali Future Council had earlier called for a national consultative conference following a meeting in Kismayo last month, arguing that an inclusive platform was needed to resolve persistent political disputes, particularly those related to elections, constitutional matters, and national unity.

In response, the Federal Government accepted the proposal 30 days later and announced that an inclusive national consultative conference would be held in Mogadishu on 1 February 2026. The government said the talks would focus on strengthening national unity, advancing a democratic system based on compromise, and reaching consensus on key national issues.

The decision was welcomed by the United Kingdom, which encouraged all political stakeholders to participate in the conference and urged opposition groups to engage constructively in order to reach agreement on electoral issues.

Somali civil society organizations also welcomed the initiative, saying that recurring political disputes have created uncertainty about the future of Somali youth and could increase the risk of external interference if left unresolved.

Five days later, the Somali Future Council formally welcomed the government’s decision, confirming its readiness to participate once agreement is reached on the conference agenda. The council has proposed that discussions cover security, elections, constitutional reform, national unity, and drought-related challenges.

The Somali Future Council includes former President Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Ministers Saacid, Kheyre, and Rooble, the presidents of Puntland and Jubbaland, as well as opposition members of parliament.

The conference is expected to serve as a national platform to address critical issues, including elections, constitutional reform, security, national unity, and the humanitarian impact of drought, with the aim of achieving political consensus during a sensitive period for the country.

It remains unclear whether the Federal Government will invite Somalia’s ninth president, now an independent political figure, or leaders of other regional administrations that are currently aligned with the central government.