CAIRO: The foreign ministers of Egypt and Somalia on Tuesday met to discuss ways to strengthen ties between the two nations and joint efforts to tackle regional and global challenges.
Sameh Shoukry met Ali Mohamed Omar in Cairo during the Somali minister’s visit to Egypt.
The two sides expressed their keenness to have close contact on regional and global issues of mutual interest, said Ahmed Abu Zeid, spokesman for the Egyptian Foreign Ministry.
Shoukry reaffirmed Egypt’s support for Somalia’s efforts to strengthen peace and safety in the Horn of Africa.
The minister also touched upon the issue of worsening humanitarian conditions in the war-hit Gaza Strip, including Israel’s targeting of civilians and disrupting aid convoys. He also emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire before the month of Ramadan to protect Palestinian civilians.
The officials talked about the conflict in Sudan and agreed it was necessary to take practical steps to reach a sustainable ceasefire to put an end to the suffering of the people of Sudan.
They also highlighted the need for joint Arab action in tackling crises and conflicts in the region, including the Red Sea military operations.
Omar expressed gratitude to Egypt for its support in protecting the sovereignty of Somalia and territorial integrity.
