Wednesday August 14, 2024
Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Mogadishu (HOL) – The Egyptian government reopened its newly constructed embassy headquarters in Mogadishu on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in deepening relations between Egypt and Somalia.
The reopening comes just weeks after Egypt inaugurated direct flights between Cairo, Djibouti City, and Mogadishu, further cementing ties between the two nations.
Egypt's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates announced the embassy's inauguration as a testament to the Egyptian state's commitment to strengthening its fraternal relationship with Somalia.
"In light of the political leadership and the Egyptian state's interest in enhancing cooperation and fraternal relations between Egypt and the Federal Republic of Somalia, the new headquarters of the Egyptian Embassy in Mogadishu was inaugurated today," the ministry said in a statement.
The ministry highlighted that the new embassy would serve as a pivotal point for fostering trade, economic relations, and cooperation across various sectors of mutual interest. This development follows the launch of direct EgyptAir flights between Cairo and Mogadishu in July, which are expected to boost economic ties, trade, tourism, and investment opportunities between the two countries.
In July 2024, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Minister of Civil Aviation Sameh Al-Hefny, and Somali Foreign Minister Ahmed Fiqi jointly inaugurated the direct flights, emphasizing their strategic importance for Egypt's political, security, economic, and commercial interests in the region.
The embassy's reopening coincides with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's working visit to Cairo, where he is expected to meet with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. According to Somali government sources, the two leaders are set to discuss key issues, including security, economic cooperation, and regional developments.