In Somalia, efforts to rebuild national security are underway. A major deal will see Mogadishu incorporate hundreds of paramilitary fighters into the army and police. CGTN's Abdulaziz Billow reports now on the importance of this move.

The registration is taking place in Dhusamareb town, the regional capital of the GalMudug State. Prime Minister Hassan Ali Khaire is witnessing the process that will see hundreds of forces from Ahlu Sunnah Wal Jamaa - a paramilitary group integrated into the national security sector.

HASSAN ALI KHAIRE SOMALI PRIME MINISTER "The forces alongside their weapons will be registered and stand ready at all times to defend the peace and sovereignty of Somalia. After registration, you will all be integrated into the army, police and custodial corps and you'll be under the central command ready to be deployed anywhere."

For years, these forces have pushed back Al-Shabaab denying the Al Qaeda linked group a chance to expand its base of operations into the Galgaduud region - ASWJ remains the only militia group to go it alone against Al-Shabaab and record a victory without government support. Somalia's security partners say the integration is a major milestone in ending security challenges that continue to plague Somalia.

The process of integration the forces involve capturing an individuals' biometrics and will ensure soldiers receive monthly allowance and other benefits - the government says these troops will be split with some trained to form the next batch of police for the GalMudug region. Elections are due in the state later this month and these forces are expected to play a crucial role in securing the venue alongside delegates as the regions plans to pick a new parliament and president.

ABDULAZIZ BILLOW MOGADISHU, SOMALIA "Meanwhile, with the drawdown of African Union troops from the country already underway - the government of Somalia will largely rely on militia groups like Ahlu Sunnah Wal Jamaa and other pro-government forces as it seeks to rebuild its security sector that was destroyed following decades-long civil war. AB, CGTN, MOG - SOM."