Somali Foreign Affairs Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in Beijing
2024-06-01
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E Ahmed Moalim Fiqi met in Beijing with his Chinese counterpart, Mr. Wang Yi, and discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and multifaceted cooperation between the two nations.
The discussions also focused on political, security, humanitarian, and economic matters in Somalia and the region.
Source: Somalia and China media outlets.
Secretary Blinken’s Call with Somali President Hassan Sheikh
Readout Office of the Spokesperson June 1, 2024
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and discussed shared security interests in the Horn of Africa, including the need to reduce regional tensions, focus on counterterrorism objectives, and finalize planning for a successor mission to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS). They also discussed the important role of the UN Assistance Mission in Somalia.
https://www.state.gov/secretary-blinken ... n-sheikh-2
Saudi Arabia establishes logistics zone in Djibouti to expand economic presence in Africa
During a delegation visit of Saudi investors to the capital city of the East African country, the contract was signed by Hassan Al-Huwaizi, president of the Federation of Saudi Chambers, and Aboubaker Omar Hadi, chairman of Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority Supplied.
04 June 2024
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia has signed a deal to establish a logistics zone in the port of Djibouti, leveraging Africa’s gateway to propel the Kingdom’s products and exports, fostering economic interplay.
During a delegation visit of Saudi investors to the capital city of the East African country, the contract was signed by Hassan Al-Huwaizi, president of the Federation of Saudi Chambers, and Aboubaker Omar Hadi, chairman of Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority.
Under the leadership of Al-Huwaizi, the delegation, including over 100 entrepreneurs and government representatives, came together to advance this transformative initiative.
The 92-year contract for the logistics zone, spanning an expansive area of 120,000 sq. m. in its inaugural phase, underscores a pivotal milestone in Saudi-Djibouti economic relations.
The Saudi logistics city, serving as a nexus for commerce and innovation, is positioned to strengthen the Kingdom’s economic presence across the African continent, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency.
Djibouti’s port, strategically located as Africa’s gateway, facilitates the expansion of Saudi products and exports into new markets, promoting robust economic interplay.
Simultaneously, the Saudi-Djibouti Business Forum, attended by over 300 stakeholders, unveiled a range of investment opportunities, highlighting Djibouti’s appeal as a free zone.
In return, Djibouti authorities have promised equal treatment for Saudi investors, guaranteeing fair opportunities across sectors, from renewable energy to technology.
This collaborative effort emphasizes a steadfast commitment to fostering lasting economic cooperation between the two nations.
In February, Djibouti’s president reaffirmed his country’s dedication to promoting maritime security in the Red Sea.
Ismail Omar Guelleh noted that the East African nation was collaborating with major powers, including Saudi Arabia, to ensure safe passage for international shipping in the Bab El-Mandeb and the Gulf of Aden.
He emphasized that Djibouti’s strategic position made it a key player in facilitating global trade, mentioning cooperation with nations such as the US, France, the UK, and Red Sea coastal states, especially Saudi Arabia, in counterterrorism efforts and maritime security.
Guelleh had underscored Djibouti’s longstanding ties with Saudi Arabia, dating back to 1977 when his country gained independence.
The president added that Djibouti aimed to further enhance collaboration with Saudi Arabia, especially in maritime transport, logistics, and port services, building on significant progress in port development.
Source: Djibouti and Saudi Arabia media outlets.
Pakistan, Somalia, Panama, Denmark and Greece elected to UN Security Council
6 June 2024 Peace and Security
- The UN General Assembly on Thursday elected Denmark, Greece, Pakistan, Panama and Somalia to serve as non-permanent members on the Security Council for two-year terms beginning on 1 January next year.
They will replace Ecuador, Japan, Malta, Mozambique and Switzerland, whose terms end on 31 December.
In a secret ballot, the elected countries secured the required two-thirds majority of Member States present and voting in the 193-member General Assembly.
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The new members will join existing non-permanent members Algeria, Guyana, the Republic of Korea, Sierra Leone and Slovenia, whose terms started on 1 January. The five permanent Council members, each wielding veto power, are China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States.
Under the UN Charter, the 15-member Security Council holds primary responsibility for maintaining international peace and security, and all Member States are obligated to comply with its decisions.
Regional groups
The 10 non-permanent seats on the Security Council are distributed according to four regional groupings: Africa and Asia; Eastern Europe; Latin America and the Caribbean; and the Western European and other States group.
The candidates this year vied for five seats under three regional groups: two for African and Asia-Pacific (one each); one for Latin America and the Caribbean; and two for Western Europe and other States.
The newly elected members were endorsed by their respective regional groups and ran largely uncontested.
Vote tally
Overall, 190 Member States participated in the election, which required only a single round of balloting.
In the African and Asia-Pacific group, Pakistan received 182 votes and Somalia garnered 179 votes, with five countries abstaining.
In the Latin America and the Caribbean group, Panama obtained 183 votes and Argentina one, with six countries abstaining.
In the Western European and other States group, Denmark received 184 votes, Greece 182 votes, and Italy and Norway each receiving one vote; two countries abstained.
https://news.un.org/en/story/2024/06/1150726
I guess this Sheikh came to pay a pilgrimage to the Holy Land of Africa, Ethiopia. He is asking mercy and would shut his foully mouth about his neighbor of Somaliland too.
