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On the sidelines of high-level diplomatic assemblies in Moscow, Egypt, Somalia discuss regional security at Russia-Africa summit proceedings to reinforce strategic coordination, defend national sovereignty, and promote long-term stability across the Horn of Africa. Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Badr Abdelatty met with his Somali counterpart, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, during the multilateral forum to evaluate evolving security dynamics, economic partnerships, and institutional capacity-building initiatives. The bilateral session provided a key diplomatic venue for both sovereign nations to align their positions on maritime safety along critical trade corridors, particularly throughout the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden.
During the bilateral consultations, Foreign Minister Abdelatty reaffirmed Cairo’s unwavering support for the unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia. Egyptian diplomatic officials reiterated an explicit rejection of any unilateral measures that infringe upon Somali sovereign borders or undermine state authority. In turn, Somali representatives expressed appreciation for Egypt’s continued commitment to strengthening national state institutions, bolstering defense infrastructure, and advancing shared security priorities across the wider regional landscape.
A central focus of the discussions involved assessing follow-up measures from earlier multilateral engagements, including the consultative quadrilateral framework hosted previously in the Egyptian city of El-Alamein. Both diplomatic delegations emphasized the necessity of sustaining joint security reviews to address emerging maritime threats, de-escalate regional friction, and protect international shipping lanes from disruption. The two ministers agreed that robust intergovernmental collaboration among regional partners remains essential for countering violent extremism, preserving maritime access, and establishing a stable environment conducive to sustainable economic growth.
The meeting comes at a critical juncture as African sovereign states expand international partnerships to address domestic development goals and regional security vulnerabilities. Beyond immediate defense concerns, the foreign ministers explored avenues to expand bilateral trade, investment, and infrastructure projects between Cairo and Mogadishu. As Egypt, Somalia discuss regional security at Russia-Africa summit engagements, both governments reaffirmed their shared intention to maintain close diplomatic alignment, ensuring that future security architecture across East Africa and the Red Sea continues to protect national sovereignty and advance public safety.