Somalia: President Hassan Mohamud leads delegates to IGAD’s 41st Extraordinary Session in Djibouti City
President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of the Federal Republic of Somalia has landed in Djibouti City, leading a distinguished delegation to partake in the 41st Extraordinary Session of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) Assembly.
Commencing today, the assembly convenes leaders from the Horn of Africa to collectively address significant regional challenges and promote cooperation at a time when the region is battling with climate-related troubles.
President Mohamud’s presence at the IGAD session underscores Somalia’s dedication to regional collaboration, emphasizing the importance of joint efforts in addressing shared concerns. The IGAD Assembly, consisting of member states Djibouti, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda, plays a pivotal role in fostering peace, stability, and economic development in the region.
The agenda for the 41st Extraordinary Session is diverse, encompassing subjects such as regional security, economic cooperation, and humanitarian issues. Leaders will engage in discussions aimed at discovering collective solutions to challenges affecting the Horn of Africa, highlighting the importance of a unified approach in addressing complex issues.
President Mohamud is expected to participate not only in the plenary sessions but also in bilateral talks with fellow heads of state and government. These interactions present a valuable opportunity for nurturing diplomatic relations, exploring areas of mutual interest, and fortifying ties that contribute to the overall stability of the region.
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) in Eastern Africa was created in 1996 and has 8 member states.
