Libya and Somalia Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation on Investment and Education
On February 24, 2025, Libyan President Mohamed Menfi and Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud discussed strengthening cooperation in investment and education. They signed several agreements, including visa exemptions and political consultations. Both leaders emphasized their support for each other in international organizations and reaffirmed their historical ties, with plans for future investments.
On February 24, 2025, in Tripoli, Libya, the President of the Libyan Presidency Council, Mohamed Menfi, highlighted the significance of collaboration between Libya and Somalia. This announcement followed a meeting with the visiting Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
During their discussions, both leaders signed multiple memoranda of cooperation that encompassed investment, training, and educational exchanges. President Menfi reiterated Libya’s commitment to supporting Somalia and recognizing its vital role in current international affairs.
Menfi emphasized the importance of cooperation within international organizations such as the Arab League and the African Union, noting Somalia’s status as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council representing Africa. He expressed optimism regarding Somalia’s backing for Libya’s sovereignty and future democratic processes, including upcoming parliamentary and presidential elections.
President Mohamud also reflected on the historical ties between Libya and Somalia, offering Somalia’s unwavering support to Libya. In a related meeting earlier that day, Libyan Prime Minister Abdul Hamid Dbeibah and President Mohamud discussed strengthening bilateral relations and addressing regional issues, culminating in further agreements.
The agreements included visa exemptions for diplomatic passport holders, a political consultation pact between their foreign ministries, and initiatives aimed at enhancing urban development collaboration between Tripoli and Mogadishu. Plans for establishing a joint high-level committee were also discussed to review prior agreements and pave the way for future Libyan investments in Somalia.
The discussions between the leaders of Libya and Somalia resulted in the signing of significant cooperation agreements focusing on investment, educational exchanges, and political collaboration. Both nations expressed their commitment to enhancing their bilateral relations and addressing mutual concerns in international forums. The reaffirmation of historic ties and support for each country’s sovereignty signifies a strengthened partnership moving forward.
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