By Goth Mohamed Goth
Hargeisa – The Investment Department of the Ministry of Investment and Industry of the Republic of Somaliland welcomed a high-level delegation from the Arab-Africa High-Level Economic Council at Hargeisa International Airport.
Ms. Hibaaq Ali Abdi, Director of the Investment Department, received the delegation. The welcoming party included senior ministry officials, business leaders, community representatives, and religious scholars.
The visiting delegation, headquartered in Saudi Arabia, was led by Ms. Hani Abu Zeid.
Director Hibaaq stated that the delegation’s purpose is a *familiarization visit* involving meetings with various institutions to explore investment opportunities in key sectors including livestock, fisheries, minerals, and broader trade. She emphasized the potential for establishing operational hubs within Somaliland.
Director Hibaaq further noted that the growing interest from international investors in Somaliland is significantly influenced by the recent overseas visits of H.E. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilaahi Irro.