MOGADISHU<\/b> \u2013 The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, returned to the capital, Mogadishu, on a Somali-owned and registered aircraft. The official flight, which brought the President back from a conference in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marks the first time in 35 years that a Somali head of state has traveled on a domestic carrier for an official trip.<\/p>\n
The President\u2019s plane, operated by Premier Airlines with the registration number 60-PAA, was filmed taxiing and parking at Aden Adde International Airport, where it was met with a welcoming reception.<\/p>\n
This symbolic act highlights a significant milestone in the country\u2019s state-building process and a new era of national pride. It reflects the progress in Somalia\u2019s aviation sector and the government’s commitment to revitalizing key national institutions. The use of a Somali aircraft for presidential travel underscores the growing confidence in Somalia’s own capabilities and its journey towards full sovereignty.<\/p>\n
The momentous occasion comes as the country continues to rebuild and reassert itself on the international stage. It is a powerful message of progress and a nod to the resilience of the Somali people. The event is seen as a source of national pride and a testament to the country’s recovery and development.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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