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Doha
Minister of Foreign Affairs HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman al Thani on Thursday described the talks between the Emir His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al Thani and the President of Somalia, Mohamed Abdullahi Mohamed Farmajo as 'successful and fruitful'.
During a joint press conference with Somali Foreign Minister Yussef Jarad Omar Ahmed following their meeting in Doha, HE Sheikh Mohammed said the discussions between the two leaders dealt with a number of issues of mutual interest, especially the strengthening of bilateral relations and supporting the new Somali government in its efforts to enhance security and stability.
The Foreign Minister stressed Qatar's support for the Somali government in its efforts to combat terrorism and extremism, while condemning the recent criminal acts that threatened the security and stability of Somalia.
On his part, the Somali Foreign Minister said that Qatar and Somalia have agreed to enhance cooperation. He said that Qatar will support the budget of the Somali government to be introduced this month, in addition to supporting the development of the Somali security capabilities along with programme of economic empowerment and job creation for Somali youth.
He was referring to the agreement on the support of Qatar for the efforts of the Somali government to achieve a comprehensive national reconciliation.
The Somali government requested the support of Qatar to facilitate and conduct dialogues to end the crisis, he said, adding that Qatar has expressed its keenness to provide this support in cooperation with some friendly countries.
Meanwhile, the Qatari foreign minister stressed the historical relations between Qatar and Somalia, calling on Arab and Islamic countries to support the new Somali government.
On his part, the Somali Foreign Minister paid tribute to the efforts being exerted by Qatar in support of his country in various circumstances and expressed gratitude over Qatar's support to Somalia over the past years.
Today's talks were successful, the Somali top diplomat said, adding that the two countries will continue discussions on other areas of support, especially humanitarian, education and health, to restore Somalia at this crucial stage.
The Somali foreign minister also stressed that his country is working with neighbouring countries, and regional organisations to overcome the difficulties despite negative interventions from some countries.
The recent international conference in London to support Somalia was successful, he said, adding that his country had called on its international partners to work with the new government to reduce activities that hinder the work of the new government.
