By M.A. Egge
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, His Excellency Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Hon. Abdirahman Dahir Aden, received the resident Ambassador of the Republic of Ethiopia to Somaliland, H.E. Teshome Shunde Hamito, at his office in the Presidential Palace on Tuesday.
According to the Spokesman of the Presidency Mr. Hussein Adam Ige (Deyr), the meeting was of particular importance to both parties, and was aimed at further strengthening the traditional relations between Somaliland and Ethiopia.
The President of the Republic of Somaliland and Ambassador Teshome discussed ways to enhance cooperation and collaboration on regional security issues and the exchange of information to prevent any threat to the stability of the two neighboring countries.
Both sides expressed their commitment to further strengthening diplomatic relations and maintaining mutually beneficial meetings.
In addition, they discussed the need to prioritize the facilitation and improvement of trade between the two countries, with a focus on improving customs procedures and increasing the use of the Port of Berbera.
Finally, the two sides also discussed working together on issues related to migration and mobility. The meeting ended with successful mutual agreement.