Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on Thursday received Tanzania’s Foreign Minister, Mohamud Thabit Kombo, at the Presidential Palace in Mogadishu. The visit marks a renewed push to deepen ties between the two East African nations.

During the meeting, President Mohamud accepted a personal message and official greetings from Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, delivered by Minister Kombo. Both sides emphasized the importance of the relationship and discussed ongoing efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation. Somali officials highlighted a series of new agreements signed the same day, which they say will help solidify collaborations in areas such as trade, security, and cultural exchange.

Members of Somalia’s Cabinet, the Somali Ambassador to Tanzania, and senior representatives from both nations were present at the talks. While exact details of the newly inked agreements were not immediately released, observers note that this visit arrives at a time when Somalia is seeking to broaden its regional partnerships and diversify its diplomatic and economic engagements.

Though both governments have historically maintained cordial relations, the recent dialogue suggests a more proactive approach to addressing shared challenges and opportunities, reflecting Somalia’s broader goal of stabilizing the region through strong, mutually beneficial partnerships.