On September 29, 2026, President Ismail Omar Guelleh of Djibouti presided over the 11th Council of Ministers meeting. The session covered several critical agenda items, primarily focusing on financial accounts and regulatory approvals for various state institutions. The meeting evaluated and approved multiple projects aimed at enhancing the country's financial and regulatory frameworks.
The Council examined and approved the financial accounts of the National Agency for Information Systems of the State (A.N.S.I.E) for the 2025 fiscal year. A.N.S.I.E's financial accounts for 2025 show products amounting to 505.5 million FDJ, marking a 10.6% increase from 2024. This growth is largely attributed to a significant rise in exceptional products, which reached 159.1 million FDJ. The agency's expenditures stood at 515.8 million FDJ, with a notable increase in personnel costs.
The Council also reviewed and approved the financial accounts of the Multisectoral Regulatory Authority of Djibouti (A.R.M.D) for 2025. A.R.M.D's products for the year amounted to 240.7 million FDJ, showing a considerable increase of 69.8 million FDJ from the previous year. The authority's revenues primarily came from frequency and license fees, as well as state subsidies. The total expenditures for A.R.M.D in 2025 were 253.6 million FDJ, with personnel costs and external services being the major expenses.
Furthermore, the Council discussed and approved the financial accounts of the Djibouti Development Fund (F.D.E.D) for the 2025 fiscal year. F.D.E.D recorded products worth 463.3 million FDJ and charges of 335.8 million FDJ, resulting in an excess of 127.5 million FDJ. This positive outcome marks the fourth consecutive year of surplus for the fund. The fund's equity, including results, stood at 698.1 million FDJ, showing a 15.9% increase from the previous year.
The Council also examined the financial accounts of the Military Retirement Fund (CMR) for 2025. The CMR's products for the year were 3 billion FDJ, slightly down from 3.11 billion FDJ in 2024. The fund's charges for 2025 were 3.11 billion FDJ, primarily consisting of retirement pensions and personnel costs. The CMR conducted an exhaustive physical inventory of its assets, leading to updates and regularization of its immobilized heritage.
In addition, the Council reviewed the financial accounts of Djibouti's Radio and Television (R.T.D) for the 2025 fiscal year. RTD's products for 2025 were 1.651 billion FDJ, with charges amounting to 1.581 billion FDJ, resulting in a surplus of 70.4 million FDJ. The entity's revenues primarily came from business activities and state subsidies. RTD's expenditures saw a decline, mainly in personnel and consumption costs.
The 11th Council of Ministers meeting demonstrated the government's commitment to scrutinizing and enhancing the financial health and regulatory compliance of key state institutions in Djibouti. The approved financial accounts and regulatory measures are expected to contribute to the country's economic stability and growth. Key discussions during the meeting underscored the importance of prudent financial management and strategic investments in critical sectors.
Key points
- The Council approved the 2025 financial accounts of several key institutions, including A.N.S.I.E, A.R.M.D, F.D.E.D, CMR, and RTD.
- The financial accounts of these institutions showed varying degrees of growth and challenges, reflecting the economic landscape of Djibouti.
- The meeting highlighted the government's focus on regulatory compliance and financial transparency across state institutions.
