Puntland a semi-autonomous region of Somalia, widely seen as a more stable part of the country recently celebrated its 14 year anniversary with a March.

Security branches

Puntland Dervish Force (+7000) - Official paramilitary in absence of national army
Puntland Police Force (+5000)
Puntland Intelligence Agency (Unknown) - Funded and trained by the United States
Puntland Maritime Marine Force (1100) - Trained by security contractors with funding from UAE

The first force has battled Al-Shabaab in the mountainous areas of the region, while the last one fights with pirates on the coast and has been successful in some instances. It is believed to be the only wing to have air assets in Somalia according to a recent UN monitoring report.

More pictures and a video in this link.

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Rapid Deployment Force




Puntland Dervish Force



Local Police




Puntland Maritime Marine Force