Jeddah, December 01, 2024 – Fareed Al-Shehri, the Director-General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for the Makkah Region, warmly welcomed Federal Republic of Somalia Consul General Ahmed Mohamud Dirie in Jeddah today. The two officials engaged in a productive and cordial discussion, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring opportunities for enhanced cooperation between Saudi Arabia and Somalia.
During the meeting, both parties expressed a shared commitment to fostering closer ties in areas such as trade, cultural exchange, and diplomatic collaboration. The discussions underscored the importance of deepening the longstanding friendship between the two nations, which have a history of strong diplomatic and economic cooperation. Key topics of the conversation included mutual interests in regional security, humanitarian efforts, and opportunities for Somali nationals residing in Saudi Arabia.
This meeting is part of ongoing efforts by the Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs to engage with diplomatic missions and consulates, reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s proactive role in international diplomacy and regional partnerships. The productive dialogue between Al-Shehri and Dirie reflects the Kingdom’s broader foreign policy objectives of strengthening ties with African countries and supporting initiatives that promote stability, development, and mutual prosperity in the region.
