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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs Mourns the Passing of Ambassador (Col. Retired) Mohamed Ahmed Caalin
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation extends its deepest condolences on the passing of Ambassador (Col. Retired) Mohamed Ahmed Caalin, who passed away peacefully at his home in London on November 22, 2024, surrounded by his family. Ambassador Caalin???s distinguished career spanned over five decades, beginning in the Somali Police and National Army,…
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs Concludes Training Program for Staff
H.E. Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, presided over the closing ceremony of a six-week training program for 35 staff members from the Department of General Services and Oversight. The program, facilitated by Deegaan-Dhowr, focused on improving the Ministry???s service delivery. The Minister commended the role of Deegaan-Dhowr in supporting…
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Somalia???s Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi Engages Norwegian Delegation to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
Somalia???s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi received in his office a high-level Norwegian delegation led by Mr. Einar Rystad, Norway???s Envoy to Somalia, for discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and addressing pressing regional and global priorities. During the meeting, the foreign Minister underscored Somalia???s steadfast commitment to fostering…
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Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi Accepts the Credentials of the New IOM Chief of Mission in Somalia
Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi officially accepted the credentials of the new International Organization for Migration (IOM) Chief of Mission to Somalia, Mr Manuel Marques Pereira, during a meeting focused on strengthening collaboration on key initiatives supporting Somalia???s development. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is leading efforts to establish a Diaspora Centre to engage…
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Minister of Foreign Affairs Concludes Diplomacy Training for Ambassadors
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation today concluded a Diplomacy and Protocol Training for newly appointed ambassadors at the Diplomatic Institute in Mogadishu. Held from 2nd to 14th November 2024, the program prepared ambassadors with essential skills to represent Somalia effectively on the global stage. In his address, the Minister emphasized the importance…
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Foreign Minister Hosts Luncheon to Honor Minister of State for Justice and Constitutional Affairs, Ambassador Ilyas Sheikh Abuukar
Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi hosted a luncheon in Mogadishu to honor and welcome Ambassador Ilyas Sheikh Abuukar, the newly appointed Minister of State for Justice and Constitutional Affairs. The event was attended by ambassadors, directors, and senior officials, highlighting the strong collaboration between Somalia???s diplomatic and government institutions. With over 12 years of…
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Foreign Minister Ahmed Moalim Fiqi Participates in the Presentation of the National Transformation Plan (NTP)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, represented by Foreign Minister Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi, participated in the official presentation of the National Transformation Plan (NTP). The event, held at the Hangar at the Afisioni in Aden Adde International Airport Gallery Walk, highlighted Somalia???s achievements and ongoing development projects. The occasion brought together all…
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On the momentous occasion of the 101st Republic Day of T??rkiye, the Federal Republic of Somalia proudly congratulates President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
On the momentous occasion of the 101st Republic Day of T??rkiye, the Federal Republic of Somalia proudly congratulates President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the resilient people of T??rkiye. This day marks a celebration of the Turkish Republic???s enduring strength, unity, and commitment to progress, values that resonate deeply with the Somali people. The courageous struggle…
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Strengthening Investment and Trade Opportunities between Somalia and Saudi Arabia
FM Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi met with His Highness Eng. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Al-Falih, Minister of Investment of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to discuss fostering investment opportunities, trade exchange, and the diverse resources that Somalia offers for Saudi investors. Their discussions highlighted the vast economic potential in Somalia and the mutual benefits of enhanced…
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Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Leads Successful Return of 164 Somali Youth from Libya
Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Leads Successful Return of 164 Somali Youth from Libya. FM Ambassador Ahmed Moalim Fiqi led the successful repatriation of 164 Somali youth stranded in Libya under the Voluntary Humanitarian Return (VHR) program. In collaboration with the EU, IOM, and UNHCR, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation ensured the…