PM Hamza Arrives in Jeddah and Saudi Arabia Shows Support for Somalia

The Prime Minister of the Federal Government of Somalia, Hamza Abdi Barre, has arrived in the city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, where he was officially welcomed at King Abdulaziz International Airport.

Hamza was welcomed at the airport by the Governor of Jeddah, Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jalawi, and other Saudi officials, as reported by Arab News citing the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

The Prime Minister's visit comes at a time when Somalia and Saudi Arabia seek to further strengthen their diplomatic relations and cooperation in various areas.

The Saudi government has once again reaffirmed its support for Somalia's independence and territorial integrity, expressing opposition to any actions that undermine the security and stability of Somalia.

The two countries are also cooperating on ensuring the security of international shipping routes and protecting the freedom of movement of vessels, which are vital for trade and regional stability.

Arab News and SPA did not provide details on the meetings Hamza will have with Saudi leaders, the official agenda of his visit, or the duration of his stay in the country.

This visit comes as the security of the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden shipping routes, and the protection of Somalia's independence, are among the key issues in regional relations.