UN experts say the armed group remains a major threat to stability in Somalia and neighbouring countries.
United Nations experts say the threat of al-Shabab remains the greatest immediate threat to Somalia and the East African region, especially Kenya.
The al-Qaeda-linked group controls significant parts of southern and central Somalia, carrying out attacks on government and security forces, as well as civilians.
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Over the years, the group has claimed responsibility for attacks in Kenya, Uganda and Djibouti.
Despite efforts by Somali and