Somalia and Algeria Discuss Cooperation in Media, Culture and Tourism

MOGADISHU, Somalia — Somalia’s Information, Culture and Tourism Minister Abdifatah Qasim Mohamud met Algeria’s ambassador to Somalia, Mohamed Alim, in Mogadishu to discuss strengthening bilateral cooperation in media, culture and tourism, the ministry said.

The meeting at the ministry’s headquarters focused on longstanding ties between the two countries and ways to expand cooperation between their media institutions.

The two officials discussed exchanging professional expertise, providing training for media workers, promoting culture, arts and literature, and modernising Somalia’s state-owned media, according to the ministry.

After the talks, the minister and ambassador visited several national media institutions, including the Somali National News Agency (SONNA), Somali National Television (SNTV), Radio Mogadishu and the radio station’s historical archive.

They also visited the Somali National Theatre, where members of the Waaberi National Troupe and traditional dance groups welcomed them with performances showcasing Somalia’s cultural heritage and artistic traditions.

Alim thanked the ministry for its reception and reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to strengthening ties with Somalia, particularly in media, culture, arts and literature, the statement said.

The meeting comes amid efforts to expand cooperation between the two countries in areas including media development and cultural exchange.

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