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The U.S. Department of State contracted PAE Government Services, Inc. for USD 46,534,879.52 to provide aerial surveillance capabilities addressing identified shortfalls of the African Union Mission in Somalia (AMISOM). This involves supplying unmanned aerial surveillance systems to deliver real-time intelligence for detecting and monitoring armed groups like al-Shabaab. The procurement supports AMISOM's peacekeeping mandate in stabilizing Somalia amid a UN-authorized troop drawdown and transition to Somali security forces.
https://www.usaspending.gov/award/CONT_AWD_SAQMMA17F3268_1900_SAQMMA16D0069_1900