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Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre recently convened with Somali entrepreneurs in Nairobi to discuss their crucial role in the nation's rejuvenation. Barre emphasized the various prospects and hurdles associated with Somali governance and underscored the government's commitment to the Somali state-building process. Encouraging Somali business owners in Kenya to contribute to enhancing investments and spearheading initiatives that drive employment opportunities for the Somali youth. "I urge entrepreneurs to invest in our…

In Nairobi, Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre praised the recent agreements on political consultations, education, and defense between Somalia and Kenya. These agreements, signed in Nairobi on Monday night, were highlighted at a bilateral meeting in the same city the following day. During the meeting, Barre emphasized the strong historical and fraternal ties between the two nations, as well as the importance of regional cooperation for stability and development in the area. He also underscored Somalia's commitment to actively…

Somalia's PM engages in high-level discussions with Kenya's vice president in Nairobi. At the bidding of the Deputy President of Kenya, Hamza Abdi Barre, Prime Minister of Somalia, paid an official visit to Kenya from May 6 to May 8, 2024. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua and PM Hamza Abdi Barre met in Nairobi on May 7, 2024, engaging in talks focused on various bilateral, regional, and international matters of shared importance. During the talks, both leaders acknowledged the strong historical ties between their nations…

The Chairman of Qatar Tourism, Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, recently met with the Minister of Commerce and Tourism of Djibouti, Mohamed Warsama Dirieh, who is currently on a visit to Qatar. The purpose of the meeting was to explore opportunities for collaboration in the tourism sectors of both countries. During the discussion, Qatar Tourism committed to providing valuable training opportunities for tourism professionals in Djibouti. This training program aims to enhance the skills of personnel working in the tourism sector and…

Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre touched down in Nairobi on Monday for the Kenya-Somalia Joint Commission for Cooperation (JCC) high-level conference happening from May 3 to 6, 2024. Top-ranking Kenyan government officials and Somali Ambassador to Kenya, Jabril Ibrahim Abdulle, enthusiastically greeted the Prime Minister's delegation at the airport. Ambassador Abdulle expressed to reporters, "Somalia and Kenya have never been closer. Prime Minister Barre's visit will strengthen this bond and create new opportunities…

Somalia's PM Hamsa Abdi Barre arrives in Kenya for important meeting Nairobi - Somalia's Prime Minister Hamsa Abdi Barre landed in Nairobi on Monday for a crucial discussion on economic cooperation with Kenya, a vital trade partner in the East African region. He was welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by senior Kenyan officials including Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and Defence Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale. Barre is set to participate in the Joint Commission for Cooperation meeting in Nairobi and will…

During a recent visit to Gambia, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with Deputy Prime Minister of Somalia Salah Ahmed Jama. The two officials discussed their satisfaction with the current level of cooperation in international organizations like the UN, Non-Aligned Movement, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Minister Bayramov highlighted Azerbaijan's efforts to strengthen ties with African nations during its chairmanship of the Non-Aligned Movement. The importance of mutual support for candidates and…

Somali Deputy Prime Minister Salah Ahmed Jama recently met with Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Hakan Fidan in Banjul, Gambia, during the 15th summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). Discussions focused on ways to strengthen bilateral relations and enhance cooperation between Turkey and Somalia on the sidelines of the Islamic Summit Conference. Turkey and Somalia have deepened their ties since the beginning of 2024, signing agreements on defense, economic cooperation, and oil and gas collaboration.…

During the Arab Economic and Cooperation Forum in Doha, Dr. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani, the Foreign Affairs Minister, met with Somali counterpart Ahmed Moallim Fiqi. They discussed enhancing cooperation and regional developments, including efforts to achieve peace in Gaza and prepare for the upcoming Arab Summit in Bahrain. The ministers highlighted the strong relationship between their nations and explored ways to collaborate for mutual benefit. They also addressed the urgent need to protect civilians, provide…

Somali PM Assures No Return to Indirect Elections, Commits to Direct Voting In Mogadishu, Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre vows that Somalia will not go back to the old ways of holding elections through indirect methods at the Afisyoni tent in Aden Adde Airport. During a speech in Mogadishu, PM Barre stressed that they are actively working on creating a system where citizens can directly participate in electing their leaders. "We are completely open about this; we are not trying to trick anyone. Our goal is…