RIYADH, Saudi Arabia — Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Maalim Faqi, held talks with Sudanese Foreign Minister Ali Youssef Ahmed Sharif on the sidelines of the Arab Islamic Summit in Riyadh.
The two ministers discussed how to strengthen the ties between Somalia and Sudan, looking for new ways to work together in various fields. They also talked about the situation in Sudan and its impact.
Minister Faqi reaffirmed Somalia’s support for Sudan in the face of the ongoing crisis, stressing the importance of regional and international efforts to bring peace.
Minister Sharif thanked Somalia for its continued support during this difficult time for Sudan.
Earlier last month, Somalia’s Ministry of Education awarded scholarships to Sudanese students studying in Somalia, as part of their ongoing support for Sudanese education and the strengthening of bilateral ties.
