A post by tech billionaire Elon Musk has reignited international debate after he shared a video clip of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi speaking alongside the President of Somalia, accompanied only by the brief caption: “What he said …”.
The clip, taken from a joint appearance in Cairo, shows President Sisi stressing that Somalia’s security and stability are closely linked to Egypt’s own national security and to the broader balance in the Horn of Africa. He underlined that the collapse of state institutions, the spread of armed groups, and prolonged instability can have far-reaching regional consequences, warning that such scenarios must be prevented through strong governance, cooperation, and support for legitimate state structures.
Sisi reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to standing by Somalia in its efforts to rebuild institutions, restore security, and achieve sustainable development, describing this support as part of a wider strategy to safeguard regional stability and prevent the emergence of failed-state conditions that could threaten neighboring countries and international maritime routes.
Although Musk did not add detailed commentary, his choice to highlight the clip with the phrase “What he said …” was widely seen as an indirect endorsement or at least a signal that the message deserved global attention. The post quickly circulated on social media, prompting renewed discussion about security in the Horn of Africa, the risks of state collapse, and the role of major regional powers in supporting fragile nations.
Observers noted that when influential global figures amplify such statements, they often transform regional political messages into international talking points, bringing wider focus to the strategic importance of stability in countries like Somalia and to Egypt’s role in regional security frameworks.
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