Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud hosted Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Mogadishu, marking a visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and promoting peace in the Horn of Africa. Their discussions emphasized the commencement of technical talks in Türkiye as part of ongoing collaboration initiated by the Ankara Declaration.

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud welcomed Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Mogadishu, marking his first visit since the Ankara Declaration in December. During this meeting, both leaders expressed their determination to enhance peace, security, and mutual relations beneficial to their nations and the surrounding Horn of Africa region.

Following a private discussion, the leaders engaged in further bilateral talks aimed at strengthening diplomatic, economic, and social cooperation. This visit signifies a crucial step in re-establishing relations that had cooled for nearly a year, following a breakthrough brokered by Türkiye’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

The discussions included the initiation of technical talks in Türkiye’s capital, confirming their commitment to open dialogue and collaboration, as outlined in the Ankara Declaration. This agreement was established during a previous meeting involving both leaders and President Erdogan.

The joint effort highlights a growing partnership between Somalia and Ethiopia, essential for regional stability and development. The normalization of their relations is expected to benefit not only their countries but also the wider Horn of Africa community.

The meeting between Somali President Mohamud and Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed underscores their commitment to establishing peace and security in the Horn of Africa. Their collaboration follows a period of strained relations, now improved by recent dialogues facilitated by Türkiye’s leadership. Continuous engagement and cooperative agreements are crucial for fostering stability in the region.

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