On August 29, 2024, the Mashariki Research and Policy Centre (MRPC) hosted a consultative meeting with the leadership of the ARDAA Research Institute, represented by Dr. Barkhad Mohamoud Kaariye, Executive Director, and Hon. Usame Mohamed Muhumad, Research Lead. The discussion centered on the shared vision of both institutions for a secure and prosperous Africa. During the meeting, MRPC and ARDAA explored potential areas of collaboration in areas of strategic and security studies.