Somalia and Ethiopia are committed to joint development and peace efforts, as reaffirmed after a Somali delegation's visit.
Ethiopia reaffirmed its commitment to the Ankara Declaration during discussions with a Somali delegation, who emphasized future progress over past issues.
Somalia's Foreign Minister Ali Omar highlighted the economic benefits of cooperation, noting Somalia's coastal access and Ethiopia's market, and emphasized the importance of direct engagement between the two nations without third-party mediation.
Ethiopian Foreign Minister Mesganu Arega affirmed its dedication to ongoing discussions and cooperation with Somalia, emphasizing the shared goals of regional prosperity and security through joint efforts against Al-Shabaab, alongside planned future high-level meetings.
Characterized as productive, both sides highlighted mutual understanding, with Ethiopia committing to further regional economic integration and cooperation.