Italian military base in Djibouti, Military support base in Loyada, Djibouti.
Base Militare Italiana di Supporto Amedeo Guillet is a military installation located near Loyada in Djibouti, serving as an operational hub for Italian armed forces in East Africa. The compound includes residential, administrative, and logistics facilities that accommodate military and support personnel.
The facility was established in October 2013 and became fully operational by March 2014 as a new military presence in the region. It was designed to support Italian operations across East Africa and the Horn of Africa.
The location hosts training activities involving regional security personnel and military units from neighboring countries. You will notice coordination offices and training facilities that form part of the daily operations.
The facility is not open to the general public and operates exclusively for military purposes. Visitors should maintain appropriate distance from the compound and respect its restricted status.
The facility took on an unexpected humanitarian role in 2023 when it received and cared for people during a regional emergency. This event demonstrated how the installation could adapt beyond its standard military operations.
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