Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi received Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on the sidelines of the "Alamein... Africa for Business" Forum in New Alamein City. During the meeting, President El-Sisi expressed Egypt's support for strengthening Somalia's state capabilities, consolidating security and stability, and helping realize the aspirations of the Somali people. This meeting marked a significant development in Egyptian-Somali relations, which were elevated to a comprehensive strategic partnership in January 2025.
President El-Sisi welcomed President Mohamud, appreciating his participation in the forum and commending the notable progress in bilateral relations. The Egyptian President reaffirmed Egypt's steadfast position in support of Somalia's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity. He stressed Egypt's commitment to continuing various forms of support to the Somali people, aiming to strengthen the Somali state's capabilities and consolidate security and stability.
Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud expressed his appreciation for President El-Sisi's commitment to continued consultation and coordination with Somalia. He valued Egypt's support for Somalia at the political, security, and developmental levels. President Mohamud praised Egypt's efforts, under President El-Sisi's leadership, to preserve Somalia's unity and territorial integrity, support national state institutions, and back efforts aimed at restoring security and stability in the country.
The meeting addressed the latest internal developments in Somalia, with President El-Sisi emphasizing the importance of fostering national consensus among various Somali forces and components. This, he stressed, was crucial for preserving state unity and stability and helping the country overcome security challenges. He reiterated Egypt's continued support for Somalia and its national institutions, based on fraternal ties and shared interests between the two countries.
The two presidents also exchanged views on regional developments of mutual interest, stressing the importance of continued coordination and consultation between Egypt, Somalia, and other regional states. They focused on issues related to the security and stability of the Horn of Africa, the Gulf of Aden, the Bab al-Mandab Strait, and the Red Sea. Such coordination aims to strengthen regional security and safeguard the interests of the countries and peoples of the region.
According to Presidency Spokesman Ambassador Mohamed El-Shennawy, the meeting highlighted Egypt's commitment to supporting Somalia's aspirations. The Somali President appreciated Egypt's efforts to preserve Somalia's unity and territorial integrity. The two leaders' discussion reflected their shared commitment to fostering a stable and secure region.
The meeting between President El-Sisi and President Mohamud concluded with a reaffirmation of Egypt's support for Somalia. Egypt's continued backing aims to help Somalia address its security challenges and achieve stability. The two countries' comprehensive strategic partnership, established in January 2025, underscores their mutual commitment to cooperation and support.
Key points
- Egypt's President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed his country's support for Somalia's sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity.
- The two presidents emphasized the importance of continued coordination and consultation on regional security issues.
- Egypt's support for Somalia aims to strengthen the Somali state's capabilities, consolidate security and stability, and help realize the aspirations of the Somali people.
