Friday September 19, 2025
Mogadishu (HOL) – A Somali delegation led by Defense
Minister Ahmed Moalin Fiqi is attending the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, a
major international defense conference underway in China.
The forum, held at the Beijing International Convention
Center under the theme “Upholding International Order and Promoting Peaceful
Development,” has drawn participation from more than 100 countries and
international organizations.
In a statement, Somalia’s Ministry of Defense said the
country’s presence underscores its “growing role in global security matters”
and reflects its commitment to international peace and cooperation.
Minister Fiqi emphasized Somalia’s active role as a current
member of the United Nations Security Council, highlighting the country’s
broader foreign policy objective of contributing to stability worldwide.
The Beijing Xiangshan Forum has become one of the most
prominent platforms for addressing global security challenges and fostering
dialogue at a time of heightened international tensions.