Mogadishu, SONNA — The State Minister of Ports and Maritime Transport of the Federal Republic of Somalia has welcomed a high-level Turkish delegation to Mogadishu, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between Somalia and Turkey in the development of port infrastructure and maritime services.
The State Minister of the Ministry of Ports and Maritime Transport, H.E. Mohamed Abdulqadir Dhule, on Monday received a large delegation led by the Deputy Minister of Transport and Infrastructure of the brotherly Republic of Turkey, H.E. Durmuş Ünüvar, upon their arrival at Aden Adde International Airport in Mogadishu.
Welcoming the delegation, the State Minister expressed appreciation for the Deputy Minister’s visit to Somalia, describing it as a significant step toward further strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries. He emphasized the importance of enhanced cooperation in the areas of port infrastructure, maritime transport, and the development of strategic maritime services vital to Somalia’s economic growth.
During their stay in Mogadishu, the Turkish delegation is scheduled to hold official meetings with senior officials of the Ministry of Ports and Maritime Transport of Somalia. The discussions will focus on deepening cooperation, exchanging technical expertise, and advancing joint initiatives related to economic and transport infrastructure.
The visit reflects the continued commitment of Somalia and Turkey to expanding their longstanding partnership, particularly in sectors critical to trade facilitation, connectivity, and sustainable economic development.
