On November 10, 2026, Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh led the 14th Council of Ministers meeting. At the start of the session, President Guelleh congratulated the newly appointed Defense Minister and expressed his encouragement for the minister's new role. The Defense Minister expressed gratitude to the President for the confidence placed in him and reaffirmed his commitment to serving the nation with dedication and a strong sense of duty.
The Council of Ministers also paid tribute to the late Hassan Omar Bourhan, former Defense Minister, acknowledging his commitment and outstanding services to the nation. The Council offered condolences to the deceased's family and close relatives after reciting the "Fatiha". The meeting then proceeded to examine and approve several key financial reports and projects.
The Council approved the financial accounts of the Djibouti Guarantee Fund (FOGAD) for the 2025 financial year. FOGAD's financial accounts show a total income of 74,213,831 FDJ and expenses of 58,185,552 FDJ, resulting in a profit of 16,028,279 FDJ. This represents a 12% increase from the previous year's net result of 14.3 million FDJ.
The Council also approved the financial accounts of the National Education and Vocational Training Research, Information, and Production Center (CRIPEN) for 2025. CRIPEN's accounts show a total income of 730,705,613 FDJ and expenses of 673,844,068 FDJ, resulting in a surplus of 56,861,545 FDJ. Despite the surplus, the net result decreased by 70.7 million FDJ compared to 2024.
Furthermore, the Council adopted the financial accounts of the Higher Institute of Health Sciences (ISSS) for the 2025 financial year. ISSS's accounts show a total income of 351,031,032 FDJ and expenses of 342,107,490 FDJ, resulting in a surplus of 8,923,542 FDJ. The institute's financial performance improved significantly, with a 7.1 million FDJ increase in profit compared to 2024.
During the meeting, several key projects and financial reports were discussed and approved. These included reports from the Ministry of Economy, Finance, and Industry, the Ministry of National Education and Vocational Training, and the Ministry of Higher Education and Research. The approved projects and reports reflect the government's efforts to manage the country's finances and promote development.
The Council of Ministers meeting demonstrates the government's commitment to effective governance and financial management. The approved financial reports and projects aim to promote economic growth, improve education and healthcare, and enhance the overall well-being of Djibouti's citizens. Key projects and initiatives will be implemented to drive development and progress in the country.
Key points
- The Council of Ministers approved the financial accounts of FOGAD, CRIPEN, and ISSS for the 2025 financial year.
- The new Defense Minister was congratulated and encouraged by President Guelleh in his new role.
- The Council paid tribute to the late Hassan Omar Bourhan, former Defense Minister.
