President Hassan Sheikh to Attend COP31 Climate Summit in Antalya, Türkiye

Mogadishu, (SONNA) — The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, is set to travel to Antalya, Türkiye, leading a high-level delegation to participate in the 31st United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP31).

President Hassan Sheikh is expected to address the Antalya Leaders’ Summit, held as part of COP31, where he will outline Somalia’s national strategies for mitigating and adapting to the adverse effects of climate change.

His address will highlight key priorities, including the development of renewable energy, combating environmental degradation and desertification, and strengthening international cooperation to address climate-related challenges.

On the sidelines of the summit, President Hassan Sheikh is also scheduled to hold bilateral meetings with world leaders and other senior officials to discuss strengthening diplomatic relations and expanding cooperation between Somalia and participating countries.