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Strengthening Somalia-Tanzania Bilateral Relations
Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moallim Fiqi received the United Republic of Tanzania’s Foreign Minister, Ambassador Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, at Mogadishu International Airport today. Accompanying the distinguished Tanzanian delegation was Ambassador Said Shaib Mussa, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Tanzanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The Tanzanian delegation was welcomed by FM Fiqi, alongside the Permanent Secretary…
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Federal Government of Somalia, EU, and IOM Deliver on Their Commitment to Dignified Returns
The Federal Government of Somalia continues to demonstrate unwavering commitment to the safety and dignity of its citizens abroad. In a significant milestone, 147 Somali migrants stranded in Libya have returned home under the Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) initiative. The chartered flight, organized in collaboration with the European Union and the International Organization for Migration…
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Somalia Welcomes Tanzanian Delegation Ahead of MoU Signing
Somalia’s Ambassador to Tanzania, His Excellency Ambassador Ilyas Ali Hassan, accompanied by the Director of Africa Affairs, Mr. Abdulkadir Mohamud Yussuf and Director of Protocol Mr. Hussein Sheikh Abdisalam warmly welcomed Hon. Amb. Pindi Chana, the Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism of the United Republic of Tanzania, and her accompanying delegation upon their arrival…
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Somalia Enhances Regional Cooperation and UNSC Engagement
Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moallim Fiqi met with Mr. James Swan in Mogadishu to discuss key areas of cooperation, focusing on regional relations, UNSC preparations, and strengthening business opportunities. The discussions highlighted the Ankara Declaration, reaffirming Ethiopia’s respect for Somalia’s sovereignty and unity. Foreign Minister Fiqi emphasized the agreement’s role in fostering regional cooperation and…
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Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi Meets Chinese Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa
Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moallim Fiqi welcomed H.E. Ambassador Xue Bing, Chinese Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, to discuss strengthening Somalia-China relations. Ambassador Fiqi emphasized Somalia’s unwavering support for the One China Policy and commended China’s respect for Somalia’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. The discussions focused on implementing agreements under the Forum…
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Foreign Minister Receives Sudan’s Acting Ambassador to Somalia
His Excellency Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, on Monday welcomed His Excellency Ammar Ahmed Babiker, Acting Ambassador of the Republic of Sudan, at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting highlighted the longstanding and fraternal ties between Somalia and Sudan, exploring avenues to further enhance bilateral cooperation and coordination across all sectors.…
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Strengthening Somalia-China Relations: Deputy Minister Hosts Special Envoy of China to the Horn of Africa
The Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Isaak Mohamud Mursal , warmly received the Special Envoy of China to the Horn of Africa, H.E. Ambassador Xue Bing, during his official visit to Somalia. The Deputy Minister commended the government of China for its continued efforts in strengthening the partnership between Somalia and…
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Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama Visits the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters
Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama visited the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Headquarters, where he commended the Ministry’s team for their comprehensive presentation on Somalia’s diplomatic achievements and efforts to strengthen the nation’s global standing. The Deputy Prime Minister appreciated the Ministry’s role in advancing Somalia’s foreign policy and its ongoing initiatives to enhance regional…
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Stakeholders Consultation on Somalia’s National Transformation Plan (NTP) 2025–2029
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MoFAIC), guided by its strategic vision for advancing Somalia’s international partnerships, hosted a high-level stakeholders consultation to strengthen diplomacy and international cooperation in alignment with Somalia’s National Transformation Plan (NTP) 2025–2029. In his keynote address, Permanent Secretary Hamza Adan Haadoow outlined MoFAIC’s pivotal role in advancing Somalia’s…
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Communique: Ankara Declaration 11 December 2024
The Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Federal Republic of Somalia, with facilitation by the Republic of Türkiye, held a high-level meeting in Ankara hosted by H.E. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Türkiye. The meeting brought together H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, and H.E. Abiy Ahmed Ali, Prime…