The Somali Government Establishes New Diplomatic Relations with the Republic of…

New York (Caasimada Online) – The Government of Somalia and the Dominican Republic have agreed to establish formal diplomatic relations, which is part of efforts to expand cooperation between Somalia and the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, Mr. Abdisalaan Abdi Ali, met in New York with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic, Víctor O. Bisonó Haza.

The meeting between the two ministers took place during the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly, where both sides discussed strengthening the relationship and cooperation between Somalia and the Dominican Republic.

The two ministers also signed new agreements to establish formal diplomatic relations between the two countries.

The agreements were also described as a means to strengthen coordination between the two countries, both of which are members of the United Nations, with hopes that this step will lead to further cooperation.

The establishment of diplomatic relations is part of the efforts of the Somali government to expand its relations and cooperation with the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean.

This step also paves the way for Somalia to have formal relations with the Dominican Republic, as both sides will work on developing their diplomatic relationship and mutual cooperation.