Egyptian President Emphasizes Importance of Strengthening National Consensus in Somalia and Supporting Its Sovereignty and Territorial Integrity

Cairo, Oct 3 (KUNA) -- Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stressed today, Saturday, the importance of strengthening national consensus among various Somali political forces and components, in order to support the unity of the state, preserve its stability, and shield it from security challenges. This came during President el-Sisi’s reception of his Somali counterpart, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, on the sidelines of the “Alamein: Africa for Business” forum, held in the new city of Alamein.

Spokesman for the Egyptian Presidency, Ambassador Mohamed El-Shenawy, said in a statement that President el-Sisi welcomed his Somali counterpart, commending the notable progress in Egyptian-Somali relations, particularly since they were elevated to the level of a comprehensive strategic partnership in January 2025.

The spokesman added that President el-Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s steadfast position supporting Somalia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, and unity, emphasizing Egypt’s commitment to continuing to provide all forms of support to its Somali brothers, in a manner that contributes to strengthening the capacities of the Somali state, consolidating security and stability, and realizing the aspirations of the Somali people.

For his part, the Somali President expressed his appreciation for President el-Sisi’s commitment to continuous consultation and coordination with his country, affirming Somalia’s pride in the historical and fraternal relations it shares with Egypt. He praised the support Egypt provides to Somalia across political, security, and developmental levels, as well as the efforts Egypt makes to preserve the unity and territorial integrity of Somalia, support national state institutions, and back initiatives aimed at restoring security and stability in the country.

The spokesman clarified that the meeting also saw an exchange of views on regional developments of mutual interest, where both presidents agreed on the importance of continuing coordination and consultation between Egypt, Somalia, and regional countries regarding issues related to the security and stability of the Horn of Africa, the Gulf of Aden, the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, and the Red Sea, in a manner that contributes to enhancing regional security and safeguarding the interests of the countries and peoples of the region. (End) A.F.F / A.M.S