Somali Information Minister Abdifitah Qasim Maxamuud held a meeting with Christophoros Politis, the representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Somalia, at his office in Mogadishu. The meeting was attended by senior officials from the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism, including the Permanent Secretary, Abdullaahi Xayir Ducaale. The discussion focused on strengthening cooperation between the Ministry and UNDP.
During the meeting, Politis visited the National Media Center and the historical archives of Radio Muqdisho, where he was briefed on the current activities and efforts to preserve Somalia's media heritage. The UNDP representative expressed interest in supporting the Ministry's priorities in media, strategic communication, public awareness, culture, and tourism. The two sides discussed potential areas of cooperation, including capacity building for the media sector.
Minister Abdifitah Qasim Maxamuud emphasized the importance of translating discussions into concrete technical cooperation, with clear priorities, implementation plans, and a regular coordination mechanism. The two sides agreed to continue technical discussions to turn agreed-upon cooperation opportunities into practical programs and activities. The meeting was attended by officials from the Ministry, including Abdullaahi Xayir Ducaale and Ismaaciil Mukhtaar Cumar.
The UNDP representative was accompanied by officials from the organization's Government, Policy, and Communication sections. The meeting discussed cooperation on media development, public awareness, and voter education, as well as preventing fake news and hate speech. The two sides also touched on supporting elections, countering violent extremism, and promoting Somali culture and tourism.
The Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism plays a crucial role in promoting Somalia's cultural heritage and supporting the country's development. The Ministry's priorities include strengthening the media sector, promoting public awareness, and supporting the tourism industry. UNDP's cooperation is expected to support these efforts and contribute to Somalia's overall development.
Somalia has made significant progress in recent years, including the establishment of a new government and the implementation of key reforms. However, the country still faces significant challenges, including security concerns and a need for economic development. Cooperation between the Ministry and UNDP is expected to support Somalia's development and stability.
The meeting between Minister Abdifitah Qasim Maxamuud and UNDP representative Christophoros Politis marks a significant step in strengthening cooperation between the two parties. The two sides are expected to continue discussions on practical cooperation programs and activities that support Somalia's development priorities.
Key points
- - The meeting between Somali Information Minister Abdifitah Qasim Maxamuud and UNDP representative Christophoros Politis aimed to strengthen cooperation on media, culture, and tourism. - The two sides discussed potential areas of cooperation, including capacity building for the media sector, public awareness, and voter education. - The cooperation is expected to support Somalia's development priorities, including promoting cultural heritage and supporting the country's stability.
