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President Hassan Sheikh, U.S Secretary of State Discuss Somalia’s Security Interests and Counterterrorism Efforts

 

In a diplomatic engagement, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia held a telephone conversation with U.S Secretary of state Antony Blinken, focusing on shared security interests in the Horn of Africa region.

Villa Somalia reported that the discussion encompassed a range of critical topics, including the need to reduce regional tensions, focus on counterterrorism objectives, and finalize planning for a successor mission to the African Union Transition Mission in Somalia (ATMIS).

It also highlighted the U.S. and Somalia commitment to addressing security challenges in the region. Both parties emphasized the importance of reducing regional tensions, particularly in the context of counterterrorism efforts.

The duo talked about the significance of the post-ATMIS period, indicating a shared interest in ensuring a smooth transition and continued stability in Somalia. This dialogue underscores the ongoing cooperation between the United States and Somalia on matters of mutual security interest in the Horn of Africa, a region that has faced numerous challenges related to terrorism and internal conflict.

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