Somalia Participates in the Somalia-China Business and Industry Forum in Yiwu

Yiwu, China – The Federal Government of Somalia participated in the Somalia-China Business and Industry Forum held in the city of Yiwu, China, which focused on strengthening trade relations, industry, and promoting investment between the two countries.

The Director General of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources, Mr. Mohamed Hashi Carabeey, was part of a high-level delegation representing Somalia at the forum, which was led by the Minister of Trade and Industry of the Federal Government of Somalia, Mr. Jamaal Mohamed Hassan.

The Somali delegation was welcomed in Yiwu by the Somali Ambassador to China, Mrs. Hodan Osman Abdi.

The forum was attended by businessmen, investors, and representatives from Somalia and China, who presented various investment opportunities related to Somalia, particularly in the areas of natural resources, agriculture, livestock, fishing, tourism, and infrastructure.

The participation of the Director General of the Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources is related to efforts to showcase the opportunities available in the mining and oil sectors of Somalia, and to attract international investors interested in benefiting from the country's resources.

This forum also provides an opportunity for both countries to further strengthen their economic and trade cooperation, while creating new connections between Somali and Chinese businesses and companies.

The Federal Government of Somalia is working to expand international economic cooperation and attract investments that can contribute to the development of domestic production, boost industries, and utilize the country's natural resources.