The Minister of Local Government and Urban Development of Somaliland, Mr. Hassan Ahmed Duale (Hassan Macalin), held a productive meeting with a delegation from the Swiss Government, led by Martina Durrer, Regional Head of International Cooperation for the Horn of Africa. The discussions, held in Hargeisa, focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation, with a particular emphasis on local governance and urban development projects.
The meeting addressed opportunities for collaboration on initiatives aimed at strengthening local government institutions, improving urban infrastructure, and promoting sustainable development in Somaliland. Minister Duale highlighted the importance of international partnerships in supporting Somaliland’s efforts to build resilient and effective local governance systems.
Accompanying the Minister were the Director General of the Ministry of Local Government and Urban Development Ali Ige Mohamoud and several department directors, underscoring the significance of the talks. The Swiss delegation included representatives from the Swiss embassies in Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, and Burundi, reflecting Switzerland’s regional commitment to fostering development in the Horn of Africa.
This engagement marks a step forward in Somaliland’s ongoing efforts to deepen international ties and advance its development agenda, particularly in the realm of local governance and urban planning.