What Minister Fiqi and the Turkish Ambassador Discussed

Nov 11 (Jowhar)- The Minister of Defense of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mr. Ahmed Macallin Fiqi, received the new ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Somalia, Ambassador Ferhat Alkan, and a delegation he led at his office.

The meeting focused on further strengthening the fraternal relations and strategic cooperation between Somalia and Türkiye, particularly in the areas of defense, security, and the development of the capabilities of the Somali National Army.

Both sides also discussed the security situation and the political landscape of the region, recent changes and events, and the importance of enhancing cooperation between the two countries to support peace, stability, and security in the region.

The Minister of Defense expressed gratitude to the Government and people of Türkiye for their ongoing fraternal support for Somalia, especially the prominent role that the Government of Türkiye plays in the building and strengthening of the National Army, the development of defense institutions, and enhancing Somalia's capacity to safeguard its independence and national security.

The Minister emphasized that Türkiye is a strategic partner that is important to Somalia, and that the cooperation between the two countries is based on brotherhood, trust, mutual respect, and a long-term vision towards shared interests.

This meeting once again highlighted the deep relationship between Somalia and Türkiye and how both countries are committed to further strengthening their strategic cooperation, particularly in the areas of defense and security.