Mogadishu(SONNA)-A high-level roundtable meeting aimed at deepening cooperation between Somalia and China was held on Sunday at the Decale Hotel in Mogadishu under the theme \u201cMutual Support and Joint Efforts \u2014 Strengthen China\u2013Somalia Cooperation.\u201d<\/p>\n
The event, organized by the Chinese Embassy in Somalia, brought together senior Somali government officials, scholars, researchers, and media representatives to discuss opportunities for closer collaboration between the two nations. Participants included Deputy Minister of Health Mohamed Hassan Mohamed, State Minister of Family and Human Rights Mohamed Osman Omar, and former Deputy Prime Minister Mahdi Mohamed Gulaid, along with officials from the Ministries of Information, Foreign Affairs, and Fisheries.<\/p>\n
Representatives from the Management Institute for National Development (MIND) and the state-run media also attended.<\/p>\n
In his opening remarks, Charg\u00e9 d\u2019Affaires Chen Wendi of the Chinese Embassy praised the \u201cproductive and meaningful\u201d discussions, describing the roundtable as \u201ca very successful event\u201d that reaffirmed the long-standing friendship between Somalia and China.<\/p>\n
Speakers emphasized the three key features of China\u2013Somalia relations:<\/p>\n
Mutual support in safeguarding national unity and territorial integrity, and a joint commitment to counter secessionism and disinformation.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Expanding cooperation opportunities through China\u2019s ongoing high-quality development and high-standard opening up, as outlined in the 15th Five-Year Plan.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n
Enhanced trade benefits through China\u2019s zero-tariff treatment for 100 percent of tariff lines, promoting Somalia\u2019s exports and economic growth.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
State Minister Mohamed Osman Omar highlighted the importance of pragmatic cooperation rooted in tangible results that improve people\u2019s lives.<\/p>\n
\n\u201cChina has been a true friend and partner to Somalia for decades,\u201d he said. \u201cOur partnership must continue to deliver real outcomes for our citizens through shared development, social progress, and human capacity building.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
He noted that Somalia could learn from China\u2019s success in poverty reduction, education, and women\u2019s empowerment to strengthen its own social welfare systems.<\/p>\n
Deputy Minister of Health Mohamed Hassan Mohamed emphasized that Somalia and China enjoy a long and fruitful friendship, describing China as an \u201cold African friend.\u201d He called for \u201ccooperation with purpose, partnership with results, and friendship with impact.\u201d<\/p>\n
Following the ministers\u2019 remarks, former Deputy Prime Minister Mahdi Mohamed Gulaid commended China\u2019s consistent support to Somalia, particularly in education, infrastructure, and technical training. He said the partnership should continue to focus on results-driven collaboration that advances national development and mutual prosperity.<\/p>\n
The roundtable coincided with the 64th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Somalia and China, marking another milestone in their enduring partnership. Participants reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthen cooperation in economic, social, and cultural fields to build a shared future of peace and progress.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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