Category: Press Release
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Press Release The Federal Government of Somalia welcomes the United Nations Security Council’s decision to transition the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM)
Press Release Mogadishu, 30th October 2024. The Federal Government of Somalia welcomes the United Nations Security Council’s decision to transition the United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) into a temporary mission over the next two years, commencing November 1st. This step transforms UNSOM into the United Nations Transitional Mission in Somalia (UNTMIS), marking significant…
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Press Statement, The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia has taken firm measures to safeguard national interests and uphold international diplomatic standards
Press Statement. 29th October, 2024. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia has taken firm measures to safeguard national interests and uphold international diplomatic standards, underscoring Somalia’s commitment to protecting its sovereignty and adhering to international law. The Ministry announces that Mr. Ali Mohamed Adan, currently serving as Counselor II at the…
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Somalia Empathizes with Türkiye – Condemns the Attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries
Somalia Empathizes with Türkiye – Condemns the Attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries Mogadishu, (MFA Somalia) – The Federal Government of Somalia condemns the heinous terrorist attack on Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) in Kahramankazan, Ankara, which claimed innocent lives and left many injured. We offer our condolences to the families affected and stand in solidarity with…
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Somalia’s Stance on Sovereignty and Ethiopia’s Role in the African Union Stabilization Mission (AUSSOM)
Press Release: Somalia’s Stance on Sovereignty and Ethiopia’s Role in the African Union Stabilization Mission (AUSSOM) Mogadishu, Somalia | October 22, 2024 The Federal Government of Somalia reaffirms its commitment to protecting its sovereignty and ensuring peace for its people. As we transition from ATMIS to the African Union Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM), Somalia…
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Political Communique Between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Federal Republic of Somalia
Asmara: October 10, 2024 We, the Presidents of the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Federal Republic of Somalia, met in Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, on October 10, 2024, following a high-level invitation from His Excellency Isaias Afwerki, President of Eritrea. We agreed on the following matters: 1. Strengthening support for the unity, independence,…
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Official Statement on the Trilateral Summit between Somalia, Eritrea, and Egypt
At the invitation of the President of Eritrea, H.E. Isaias Afwerki, a trilateral summit was convened on October 10, 2024, in Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, with the participation of H.E. Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, and H.E. Dr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, President of the Federal Republic of Somalia. The…
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Press Statement (for immediate release)
The Federal Republic of Somalia is deeply concerned about the recent developments in the Middle East and strongly urges all parties involved to immediately halt further escalation and exercise maximum restraint. These rising hostilities and tensions threaten not only regional stability but also global peace and security. Somalia calls on the international community to take…
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Press Statement (for immediate release)
The Federal Republic of Somalia welcomes the Communiqué issued by the G7 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting in Capri, Italy, from April 16 to 19. We appreciate its emphasis on the Horn of Africa and Somalia, and commend the G7’s commitment to advancing peace, security, and stability in the region. We recognize their efforts to tackle food…
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Press Release: Somalia Expresses Grave Concern Over Unlawful Arms Shipment from Ethiopia to Puntland State of Somali
For Immediate Release Mogadishu, (MFA Somalia) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia strongly condemns the unauthorized shipment of arms and ammunition transported via Ethiopian territory to Somalia’s Puntland region. This action constitutes a grave infringement on Somalia’s sovereignty and poses serious national and regional security implications.…
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Press Release
Arab Ministerial Working Group Affirms Strong Support for Somalia’s Sovereignty Cairo, Egypt – Somalia’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, chaired the Arab Ministerial Working Group meeting held alongside the 162nd session of the Arab League Council at the ministerial level. The meeting, which took place at the Arab League’s headquarters in Cairo, brought together foreign…