Somaliland’s Minister of Trade and Tourism, Abdirahman Hassan Nour, met with Ethiopia’s Minister of Trade and Regional Integration, Kassahun Gofe during an official visit to Ethiopia aimed at enhancing bilateral trade relations.
In discussions with Minister Kasaahun, both sides focused on strengthening economic ties, boosting bilateral trade, and reinforcing historical relations between the two neighbors. They reviewed preparations for upcoming agreements on trade and goods transit, expected to be signed soon.
Simplifying cross-border trade emerged as a key priority, aimed at facilitating grassroots economic activity and enhancing integration between border communities. Both ministers also agreed to tackle trade barriers and improve commercial exchanges.
Minister Abdirahman also paid a visit to Ethiopia’s Quality Control Agency, which operates under the Ministry of Trade and Regional Integration.
During his visit to the Agency, the minister, who was received by the Deputy Director General, Wendmagegn Assefa, toured various departments, including the quality training institute and registration and quality management units.
This visit is seen part of broader efforts to strengthen cooperation on quality assurance and trade facilitation between Somaliland and Ethiopia.
Minister Abdirahman was accompanied by the Director of the Minister’s Office, Ridwan Abdirashid Sheikh Mohamed, and the Somaliland Trade Attaché in Ethiopia.