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Egypt Inaugurates New Embassy in Somalia’s Capital


Tue 13 Aug 2024 | 11:25 PM
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On Tuesday, Egypt officially opened its new embassy in Mogadishu, the capital of Somalia. This development underscores Egypt's commitment to enhancing its historical ties with Somalia and expanding cooperation across various sectors.

The inauguration of the new embassy reflects Egypt's broader strategy to deepen its engagement with African nations, particularly in the Horn of Africa. This region holds strategic importance for Egypt, both politically and economically. The reopening of the Egyptian embassy in Mogadishu is seen as a vital step towards renewing and strengthening the longstanding relationship between the two countries.

Egypt and Somalia share a history of strong diplomatic relations, dating back to Somalia's independence in 1960. Over the decades, Egypt has provided support to Somalia in various fields, including education, health, and infrastructure development. The two nations have also collaborated on regional security issues, particularly in combating terrorism and promoting stability in the Horn of Africa.