On the sidelines of the 153rd Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Arusha, Algerian Parliament President Dr. Fatih Boutouba met with Somali Parliament Speaker Abd al-Qadir Mohamed Noor on October 5, 2026. The two leaders, recently elected to lead their respective institutions, renewed their commitment to defending African interests and improving the lives of its people. They emphasized their desire to enhance parliamentary cooperation in support of continental priorities.
Dr. Boutouba praised the Somali delegation's contributions to the African Parliament's work, highlighting their constructive input and expressing appreciation for Speaker Noor's efforts to facilitate his participation. He recalled Somalia's long-standing membership in the continental institution and stressed the importance of its full engagement in African Union affairs, driving the shared African agenda forward.
Speaker Noor commended Dr. Boutouba's leadership in strengthening the African Parliament's role and presence, particularly in international parliamentary forums like the Inter-Parliamentary Union General Assembly. He reviewed Somalia's progress in addressing longstanding security challenges and reaffirmed Somalia's readiness to participate fully in the African Union's institutional framework.
Noor also expressed the Somali Parliament's commitment to supporting the African Parliament's work. He accepted an invitation from Dr. Boutouba to deliver a speech at a future ordinary meeting of the African Parliament, providing an opportunity to deepen cooperation and interaction between the two institutions.
The meeting was attended by Third Vice-President of the African Parliament, Abba Jida Mamar Mhta. The two leaders' discussions focused on fostering collaboration and coordination between their institutions, aligning with the priorities of the African continent.
The 153rd Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly, held in Arusha from October 5-9, 2026, brought together parliamentarians from across the globe to address pressing international issues. The assembly provided a platform for leaders to engage in dialogue, share experiences, and strengthen cooperation on key challenges facing the world.
The meeting between Dr. Boutouba and Speaker Noor underscores the growing importance of inter-parliamentary cooperation in advancing African interests and addressing the continent's pressing challenges. As both leaders continue to navigate their new roles, their commitment to collaboration and cooperation is expected to yield positive outcomes for the African continent.
Key points
- Dr. Fatih Boutouba and Abd al-Qadir Mohamed Noor reaffirm their commitment to defending African interests and improving the lives of its people.
- The two leaders emphasize their desire to enhance parliamentary cooperation in support of continental priorities.
- Somalia reaffirms its readiness to participate fully in the African Union's institutional framework.
