DOHA, Qatar — Somali PresidentHassan Sheikh Mohamudarrived in Doha on Friday to attend the Doha Forum, a global platform that convenes leaders and experts to debate international security, shifting geopolitical dynamics and development cooperation. His visit is expected to include high-level talks with Qatar’s leadership and engagement with international partners on Somalia’s priorities.
Upon landing at Hamad International Airport, Mohamud was welcomed by senior Qatari officials, according to Somali authorities. Officials in Mogadishu said the participation underscores a strong and growing partnership between Somalia and Qatar rooted in mutual interests and long-term cooperation.
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The Somali president is expected to hold bilateral talks with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and other top officials during the visit. The discussions will focus on the political and security situation in the Horn of Africa, emerging regional challenges and ways to enhance the strategic relationship between the two nations.
Somali officials described the Doha Forum as a timely venue for the country to elevate its diplomatic visibility and deepen engagement with a broad range of global partners. They said Mohamud aims to advocate Somalia’s priorities in regional stability, economic recovery and sustainable development while ensuring the country remains active in international conversations on peace and security.
The agenda, as outlined by the Somali presidency, is expected to emphasize:
- High-level bilateral consultations with the Emir of Qatar and senior Qatari officials.
- Regional security and political questions in the Horn of Africa and broader neighborhood.
- Strengthening a strategic partnership between Somalia and Qatar.
- Advocacy for Somalia’s economic recovery and sustainable development goals.
Somalia’s leadership sees the gathering as an opportunity to consolidate diplomatic support as the country seeks to advance security gains and broader development objectives. Officials framed the visit as part of a continued effort to align with regional and international partners on shared priorities while positioning Somalia as an active contributor to debates on global security and cooperation.
No additional details on the president’s detailed schedule or speaking engagements at the forum were immediately disclosed.
Mohamud’s visit comes as Somali authorities emphasize the importance of international partnerships in tackling regional challenges and in supporting Somalia’s long-term stability and growth. The government’s participation at the Doha Forum, officials said, is intended to reinforce that message and signal readiness to expand cooperation with Qatar and other partners on security, governance and development initiatives.
Somali officials said the president’s engagements in Doha are designed to advance concrete collaboration while amplifying Somalia’s voice in key international policy discussions. The focus, they said, will remain on reinforcing stability in the Horn of Africa, mapping responses to evolving regional dynamics and securing development pathways that can sustain recent gains.
By Ali Musa
Axadle Times international–Monitoring.
Saturday December 6, 2025
