Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi met with his Somali counterpart, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, on the sidelines of the "El Alamein - Africa for Business" forum in El Alamein City. During the meeting, President El-Sisi emphasized Egypt's unwavering support for Somalia's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. He also expressed Egypt's commitment to providing various forms of assistance to Somalia to enhance its state capabilities, consolidate security and stability, and achieve the aspirations of the Somali people.
President El-Sisi welcomed President Mohamud's participation in the forum, praising the significant development in Egyptian-Somali relations, particularly since they were elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership in January 2025. The Somali President, in turn, expressed his appreciation for President El-Sisi's continuous consultation and coordination with Somalia, highlighting the historical and fraternal ties between the two nations.
President Mohamud commended Egypt's support for Somalia on political, security, and developmental levels. He praised Egypt's efforts, under President El-Sisi's leadership, to maintain Somalia's territorial integrity, support its national institutions, and help restore security and stability in the country. The two leaders discussed the latest developments in Somalia, with President El-Sisi stressing the importance of promoting national consensus among various Somali forces and components to support state unity and stability.
The meeting also touched on regional issues of mutual interest, with both presidents agreeing on the need for continued coordination and consultation between Egypt, Somalia, and other regional countries regarding security and stability in the Horn of Africa, the Gulf of Aden, the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait, and the Red Sea. This cooperation aims to enhance regional security and safeguard the interests of regional countries and peoples.
Egyptian Presidential Spokesperson Ambassador Mohamed El-Shanawi stated that the two leaders exchanged views on ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation in various fields. President El-Sisi reiterated Egypt's commitment to supporting Somalia's national institutions and helping the country overcome its challenges. The Somali President expressed his gratitude for Egypt's support, which has contributed significantly to Somalia's stability and development.
The "El Alamein - Africa for Business" forum provides a platform for African leaders and businessmen to discuss ways to promote economic growth, investment, and cooperation across the continent. The forum's discussions focus on addressing the challenges facing African countries and exploring opportunities for sustainable development. Egypt's hosting of the forum reflects its commitment to African solidarity and its role in promoting economic integration and cooperation in the region.
The meeting between President El-Sisi and President Mohamud demonstrates the strong bilateral relations between Egypt and Somalia, which are built on a foundation of historical ties, mutual respect, and shared interests. The two countries have a long history of cooperation, and Egypt's support for Somalia has been instrumental in helping the country navigate its challenges. As the Horn of Africa continues to face security and stability challenges, Egypt's commitment to Somalia's sovereignty and stability remains unwavering.
Key points
- Egypt reaffirms its support for Somalia's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
- The two countries agree to continue coordination and consultation on regional security issues.
- Egypt's support for Somalia has contributed significantly to the country's stability and development.
