TRIPOLI, Feb 26 (NNN-LANA) – President of the Libyan Presidency Council, Mohamed Menfi emphasised the importance of Libya-Somalia cooperation, during a press conference, following talks with visiting Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud.
The two countries signed several cooperation memoranda covering investment, training, and education, according to Menfi.
“We affirm our support for Somalia, as well as, Somalia’s important role during this period, and our cooperation in international forums and organisations,” Menfi said.
He highlighted coordination opportunities through shared memberships in the Arab League, the African Union, and the United Nations, noting, Somalia’s current position as a non-permanent UN Security Council member representing Africa alongside Algeria and Sierra Leone.
Menfi expressed hope for Somalia’s support, regarding Libya’s territorial integrity, stability, and future parliamentary and presidential elections.
Mohamud underscored the historic relations between the two nations, pledging Somalia’s support for Libya.
Earlier, Libyan Prime Minister, Abdul Hamid Dbeibah met with Mohamud to discuss bilateral ties and regional issues.
The two sides signed agreements, including visa exemptions for diplomatic passport holders and a political consultation pact between their foreign ministries.
Additional agreements covered urban development partnerships between Tripoli and Mogadishu, with plans to establish a joint high-level committee, to review previous deals and discuss Libyan investments in Somalia, according to a government statement.– NNN-LANA
