Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia held a ministerial meeting to strengthen regional cooperation aimed at supporting Somalia’s sovereignty and security. Key discussions included measures for combating terrorism, enhancing Somali institutions, and coordinated diplomatic efforts. The meeting followed the Asmara Summit and set the stage for future collaboration and a subsequent trilateral summit.
A trilateral ministerial meeting took place involving Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia to enhance cooperation and support for Somalia’s sovereignty. Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, the Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Migration, hosted discussions alongside Eritrea’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Osman Saleh, and Somalia’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Ahmed Moalim Fiqi. This meeting was part of the follow-up to the Asmara Trilateral Summit held on October 10, 2024, where the leaders emphasized regional security and collaborative efforts to strengthen Somali governance.
During the meeting, the ministers outlined steps aligned with the directives from the Asmara Summit aimed at bolstering security in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region. They addressed the importance of adhering to international law and respecting nations’ sovereign rights. Significant attention was given to the ongoing measures to combat terrorism and strengthen Somali institutions, with collaboration on peacekeeping initiatives, including Egypt’s involvement in the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM).
The ministers also assessed regional developments, particularly the situation in Sudan and its impact on regional stability, as well as the conditions within Somalia. There was a mutual emphasis on the necessity of ongoing diplomatic coordination among the three countries. Additionally, Dr. Abdel Aty expressed appreciation for both Eritrea’s and Somalia’s backing for Egypt’s candidate for the UNESCO Director-General position. The meeting concluded with plans to enhance preparations for the subsequent trilateral summit.
The trilateral meeting comes in the wake of increasing regional challenges surrounding security and governance within the Horn of Africa. With Somalia facing significant issues related to terrorism and territorial control, collaboration among neighboring nations has become essential. The Asmara Summit represented a concerted effort among Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia to address these challenges collectively. The cooperation proposed aims not only to enhance security but also to stabilize the region through effective governance and mutual support.
The trilateral ministerial meeting resulted in a framework for enhanced cooperation among Egypt, Eritrea, and Somalia, focusing on Somalia’s unity and security. The ministers discussed critical actions to reinforce Somali state institutions and combat terrorism while endorsing continued diplomatic efforts to navigate regional challenges. The meeting underscored the importance of collaborative regional alliances as a response to shared threats and opportunities for peacebuilding, as well as preparations for the upcoming trilateral summit.
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