The Minister of Interior, Federal Affairs & Reconciliation of the Federal Government of Somalia, H.E. Ali Yusuf Ali (Hoosh), engaged in a productive meeting with his Iraqi counterpart, H.E. Abdul-Amir Al-Shammari. This significant dialogue took place during the official visit of Al-Shammari and his delegation to Mogadishu, fostering stronger ties and cooperation between the two nations.

The meeting brought together key leaders, including H.E Mahamud Moallim Abdulle, the Commissioner of SoDMA, H.E. Abdihakim Ashkir, the Deputy Minister of the Interior, H.E. Mohamed Ahmed Amir, the Governor of Banadir, and H.E. Ridwan Hersi Mohamed, the Ambassador of the Federal Government of Somalia to Iraq. Their collaborative presence underscores a commitment to address important issues and strengthen partnerships within the region.

The meeting aimed to address key areas of collaboration, including counter-terrorism efforts, stabilization initiatives, and reconciliation processes. It also highlighted the importance of promoting democratization and decentralization, along with fostering stronger cooperation between the two countries in security and governance overall.

The two sides recognized the value of fostering a strong partnership between their ministries. By collaborating closely, they aim to exchange valuable experiences and techniques for strengthening state institutions and bolstering initiatives related to counter-terrorism and peace-building efforts.