Monday April 14, 2025
Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi and his Egyptian counterpart Sameh Shoukry held talks in Cairo on Wednesday, discussing regional security, migration, and bilateral ties—but announced no formal agreements following the meeting.
The discussion on the sidelines of the second Ministerial Meeting of the Khartoum Process focused on strengthening diplomatic and development cooperation. Both sides reiterated support for Somalia’s sovereignty and unity and stressed the need for closer coordination on shared security concerns, including the African Union Stabilization Support Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
They also discussed potential trilateral cooperation with Eritrea, signalling a broader intent to align on regional peace and integration goals. However, no binding commitments or joint statements were issued.
Minister Fiqi appreciated Egypt’s historical support in education, security training, and development assistance. Shoukry reaffirmed Egypt’s backing for Somalia’s federal institutions and emphasized the importance of regional solidarity in addressing cross-border challenges.
The meeting is part of Somalia’s broader diplomatic outreach within the Arab League and among regional allies. While the dialogue highlighted mutual goodwill, it yielded no specific deliverables beyond promises to maintain close coordination on future initiatives.
The Khartoum Process, launched in 2014, brings together countries from the Horn of Africa and Europe to address migration management and regional development. Somalia’s participation underscores its aim to shape policy discussions beyond its borders.