Pakistan, Somalia agree to strengthen bilateral relations

Sheikhnur Mohamed Hassan, ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia, paid a courtesy call on Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif on Tuesday.

The meeting was held in a cordial atmosphere, during which both sides exchanged warm greetings and discussed matters of mutual interest.

During the meeting, Defence Minister Khawaja Asif highlighted the longstanding friendly relations between Pakistan and Somalia, noting that the ties are deeply rooted in shared values and strong people-to-people connections. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s continued support for peace, stability and capacity-building initiatives in Somalia.

The Somali ambassador expressed gratitude to the government and people of Pakistan for their consistent support and cooperation over the years. He also appreciated Pakistan’s contributions toward peace, development, and stability in Somalia.

Both sides reiterated their commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations and agreed to enhance cooperation through continued dialogue and engagement on areas of mutual interest.