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Foreign Ministers Badr Abdelatty and Ahmed Moallim Fiqi reaffirm commitment to fighting terrorism and boosting cooperation in the Horn of Africa.
On Wednesday, Badr Abdelatty, Egypt’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates, met with his Somali counterpart, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi. The meeting focused on strengthening the relationship between Egypt and Somalia, with both ministers discussing important issues concerning security, cooperation, and regional challenges.
Abdelatty began by emphasizing Egypt’s strong respect for the territorial integrity of Somalia. He made it clear that Egypt fully supports Somalia’s national institutions and efforts to achieve security and stability in the country. He stressed the critical need for Somalia to remain united in the face of the current security challenges it is facing, especially as the country continues to deal with instability and threats from armed groups.
The Egyptian Minister pointed out the importance of boosting cooperation between the two countries in fighting terrorism and extremism. He called for increased efforts at both the regional and international levels to combat terrorist attacks and work toward eradicating terrorism altogether. According to Abdelatty, only by working together, both regionally and internationally, can the Horn of Africa region effectively address these growing security threats.
Both ministers also highlighted the historical ties between Egypt and Somalia, which have been friendly and cooperative for many years. These bonds, they agreed, are important in overcoming challenges faced by the region. The Egyptian Minister further stressed the need for continued coordination between the two nations in various international forums to ensure they can tackle shared issues together.
On his part, Somali Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi expressed his deep appreciation for Egypt’s ongoing support of Somalia. He thanked Egypt for its help on various levels, particularly in supporting Somalia’s security and stability efforts. Fiqi also emphasized Somalia’s strong desire to further strengthen relations with Egypt and to deepen cooperation in areas like counterterrorism, development, and regional security.
Both ministers agreed that by continuing to work together, Egypt and Somalia could contribute to lasting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa. They also reiterated their commitment to working as partners in addressing the complex security challenges that affect the region. By supporting one another and maintaining open communication, the two countries aim to ensure a safer and more stable future for the people of both nations.
In summary, the meeting between Abdelatty and Fiqi was an important step toward deepening the cooperation between Egypt and Somalia. It highlighted Egypt’s commitment to Somalia’s security and stability, while also underscoring the shared challenges both countries face, especially in terms of terrorism and regional instability. Both ministers left the meeting with a renewed sense of determination to continue strengthening their bilateral ties and to work together for the betterment of the Horn of Africa region.