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Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation - Federal Republic of Somalia | Apr 24, 2024

Somalia: Foreign Minister Leads Initiative to Modernize Ministry Operations

Minister Fiqi unveiled ambitious plans to modernize archival and consular services

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Amb. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, chaired a session on Tuesday at the ministry headquarters in the capital city of Mogadishu, gathered with the ministry’s department directors and the Permanent Secretary, focusing on implementing strategic reforms to enhance operational efficiency. During the session,…

Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Investment Promotion - Federal Republic of Somalia | Apr 24, 2024

Somali Foreign Minister Receives Senior Turkish Official for High-Level Talks in Mogadishu

The meeting highlighted the growing strategic partnership between Somalia and Türkiye, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to deepening ties for mutual benefit

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Amb. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, received on Tuesday in the capital, Mogadishu, the Director-General for Eastern and Southern Africa at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the sisterly Republic of Turkiye, H.E. Amb. Elif Çomoğlu Ülgen, and discussed with her the strengthening…

Source: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) | Apr 22, 2024

United Nations Special Representative Catriona Laing Completes Assignment

The UN Special Representative’s one-year assignment ends on 21 May

The Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Somalia, Catriona Laing, is completing her assignment in May. “I have full confidence that Somalia will succeed and that the African Union and United Nations, along with our international partners, will continue to play a crucial role in supporting Somalis on their…

Source: United Nations Support Office in Somalia (UNSOS) | Apr 22, 2024

United Nation (UN) holds career fair for Somali youth

Youths from various tertiary institutions including Hormuud, Zam Zam, Hope, Horseed, Jamhuriya, SomBridge, Salaam, University of Somalia and Mogadishu University were oriented on the UN’s recruitment modalities

The United Nations in Somalia recently hosted a career fair attended by more than 200 Somali students and members of the civil society. Organised by the Human Resources Working Group (HRWQ), the career fair aimed to raise awareness about job opportunities and career pathways within the UN system. Dr Aisa…

Source: Embassy of the People's Republic of China in the Federal Republic of Somalia | Apr 19, 2024

Chargé d'Affaires Chen Wendi Pays a Courtesy Call on Somali New Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi

The two sides exchanged views on jointly implementing the important consensus reached by the two heads of state to strengthen the traditional friendship and deepen cooperation in various fields

On April 17, Mr. Chen Wendi, Chargé d'Affaires of the Chinese Embassy in Somalia, paid a courtesy call on Somali Foreign Minister H.E. Ahmed Moallim Fiqi in Mogadishu. The two sides exchanged views on jointly implementing the important consensus reached by the two heads of state to strengthen the traditional…

Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) | Apr 12, 2024

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) Troops commended for Securing Southwest State during Ramadan

Hassan Mohamed Abdiqadir, applauded the ATMIS Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) troops for facilitating the peaceful observance of Ramadan in the region

The South West State administration has commended the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) troops for ensuring the safety and security of civilians during the just concluded holy month of Ramadan. At a joint post-Ramadan security assessment meeting in Baidoa, South West State Minister for Internal Security, Hassan Mohamed…

Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) | Apr 10, 2024

Eid-Ul-Fitr message from the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS)

ATMIS will continue to work closely with the Federal Government of Somalia and all partners for the success of the ongoing transition, to ensure lasting peace, security, and prosperity in Somalia

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) wishes to convey its best wishes to the People of Somalia, ATMIS staff and all Muslims around the world during Eid-Ul-Fitr celebrations marking the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. “As we celebrate Eid-Ul-Fitr, let us remember and show empathy towards…

Source: African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) | Apr 08, 2024

African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS) donates food Items to Vulnerable Families to Celebrate Eid-ul-Fitr

The food donation which included rice, wheat flour, sugar, powdered milk, and spaghetti, will support 30 families affected by conflict and the effects of climate change in celebrating Eid-Ul-Fitr

The African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS), on Monday donated assorted food items to vulnerable families and Internally Displaced People (IDPs) living in the outskirts of the ATMIS Al-Jazeera II camp in Mogadishu. The food donation which included rice, wheat flour, sugar, powdered milk, and spaghetti, will support 30…

Source: Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA) | Apr 05, 2024

Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA) Shares the Abundance of Ramadan with Orphan Children in Somalia

There are many orphaned children in need of care due to longstanding instabilities such as civil war, terrorism and drought experienced in Somalia for years

Within the “Ramadan Programs” implemented by Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TİKA), an iftar dinner program was organized and festive clothing for Eid were distributed at the Mogadishu Orphanage Center, which hosts 150 orphan children. There are many orphaned children in need of care due to longstanding instabilities such as…

Source: United Nations Assistance Mission in Somalia (UNSOM) | Apr 04, 2024

On International Day for Mine Awareness, United Nations (UN) Reaffirms their Support to Somalia In Protecting Lives from Explosive Ordnance

The United Nations in Somalia works closely with national and international mine action specialists, at both Federal and federal member state levels, in responding to explosive threats faced by communities

On the International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action, the United Nations reaffirms their support to Somalia in protecting the lives of civilians from the explosive hazards and building peace through the development of national explosive threat mitigation capacity. “Mine action efforts are an essential component of…

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