29-04-2025
Egyptian FM Congratulates New Somali Counterpart, Affirms Strategic Partnership
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Atti held a phone call on Monday with Abdulsalam Abdi Ali
CAIRO – 29 April 2025: Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Atti held a phone call on Monday with Abdulsalam Abdi Ali, the newly appointed Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia.
Ambassador Tamim Khallaf, the official spokesperson for the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, stated that Minister Abdel-Atti extended his congratulations to his Somali counterpart on his appointment, expressing his best wishes for success in his new role.
The Egyptian Foreign Minister emphasized the depth of the historical relations and fraternal ties that bind Egypt and Somalia, which were elevated to the level of a strategic partnership during the visit of Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to Egypt in January 2025. He highlighted the importance of continuing to strengthen bilateral cooperation in various political, economic, and security fields, serving the interests of both nations and their people.
Minister Abdel-Atti reiterated Egypt's full commitment to supporting Somalia's unity, territorial integrity, and national institutions, as well as its efforts to achieve security and stability in the country. He underscored the crucial role of Somalia's stability in maintaining peace and security in the Horn of Africa region. He also affirmed Egypt's unwavering support for Somalia in its fight against terrorism and extremism during this critical period, stressing Egypt's keenness to provide all forms of assistance to the Somali side in counterterrorism efforts.
The two ministers exchanged views and assessments on ways to enhance coordination between their countries in supporting stability and development in the Horn of Africa. They emphasized the importance of continuing close consultations between Egypt and Somalia in regional and international forums to address common challenges facing the Horn of Africa region.
For his part, the Somali Minister expressed his appreciation for Egypt's supportive stances towards Somalia at all levels, commending Egypt's participation in the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), in response to the Somali Federal Government's request, and its consistent commitment to supporting his country's security and stability.
