The Commissioner of the Somali Disaster Management Agency (SoDMA), Mr. Mahmoud Moallim Abdulle, attended an event commemorating the 15th anniversary of the diplomatic cooperation and brotherly relations between Somalia and the Republic of Türkiye.

Commissioner Mahmoud Moallim Abdulle participated in a panel discussion on the relations between the two countries, highlighting the historic ties and deep-rooted cooperation between Somalia and Türkiye. He emphasized Türkiye’s important role in Somalia’s disaster management, emergency response, and humanitarian efforts.

The SoDMA Commissioner called on the Government of Türkiye to play a greater role at this time in humanitarian response and addressing the humanitarian needs facing communities across Somalia. He noted that Türkiye has consistently stood by Somalia and provided support and assistance during periods of drought and humanitarian crises affecting the Somali people.

In conclusion, Commissioner Mahmoud Moallim Abdulle commended the Government of Türkiye for its continued support to the Somali people and emphasized the importance of further strengthening the cooperation and brotherly relations between the two countries.