President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s steadfast support for Somalia’s sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity during talks with Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Saturday.
The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Alamein Africa Forum in New Alamein City.
El-Sisi praised the significant progress achieved in relations between the two countries, particularly since Egypt and Somalia elevated their ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in January 2025.
The president reaffirmed Egypt’s continued support for Somalia and its national institutions, emphasising that this commitment is rooted in the historic fraternal ties and shared interests between the two countries.
El-Sisi also stressed Egypt’s determination to support the Somali state and strengthen its capabilities, security and stability in line with the aspirations of the Somali people.
He underlined the importance of promoting national consensus among Somalia’s political and societal forces to preserve the country’s unity and stability and help address ongoing security challenges.
Somali president praises Cairo’s supportFor his part, the Somali president expressed appreciation for El-Sisi’s commitment to maintaining close consultation and coordination with Somalia.
He highlighted the longstanding fraternal relations between the two countries and praised Egypt’s political, security and development support.
Mohamud also commended Cairo’s efforts to preserve Somalia’s unity and territorial integrity, strengthen national institutions and support initiatives aimed at restoring security and stability.
The meeting also addressed regional developments of mutual interest.
In this regard, the two leaders emphasised the importance of continued coordination and consultation between Egypt, Somalia and other regional countries on issues affecting the security and stability of the Horn of Africa, the Gulf of Aden, the Bab al-Mandab Strait and the Red Sea.
They noted that enhanced regional co-operation is essential to promoting stability and safeguarding the interests of the countries and peoples of the region.
