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Published on 2024-03-05 19:21:14
ANKARA – Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar met with Abdirizak Omar Mohamed, Somalia’s petroleum and mineral resources minister, to discuss energy cooperation between the two countries. The meeting took place at the ministry in the capital Ankara, where Bayraktar hosted Mohamed.
The discussion focused on steps that can be taken to enhance bilateral cooperation in the field of energy, particularly in the area of hydrocarbons. Bayraktar expressed a commitment to continuing efforts to elevate the level of cooperation in energy to reflect the close and sincere relations between Turkey and Somalia.
Turkey has been a strong ally of Somalia, providing support in various areas such as education, infrastructure, health, and humanitarian aid. The country has made significant investments in Somalia, indicating a deep commitment to the development and progress of the nation.
In Mogadishu, Turkey has established its largest embassy in Africa, demonstrating the importance placed on the relationship between the two countries. Additionally, Turkey has built its largest overseas military facility in Mogadishu, which serves as a training center for the Somali national army.
The close ties between Turkey and Somalia have paved the way for cooperation in various sectors, with a particular focus on energy cooperation. Both countries are keen on exploring opportunities to collaborate in the energy sector, especially in the exploration and extraction of hydrocarbons.
As part of their efforts to strengthen their cooperation, the two ministers discussed potential ways to expand their partnership in the field of energy. This includes exploring new projects, leveraging each other’s expertise, and sharing knowledge and resources to further enhance their collaboration.
The meeting between Bayraktar and Mohamed signifies the mutual commitment of Turkey and Somalia to deepen their cooperation in the energy sector. Both countries recognize the potential benefits of working together and are determined to capitalize on the opportunities that exist for fruitful collaboration.
Overall, the discussions between the Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister and Somalia’s petroleum and mineral resources minister underscore the shared commitment of Turkey and Somalia to enhance their energy cooperation. By leveraging their respective strengths and resources, both countries are poised to unlock new opportunities for mutual growth and development in the energy sector.
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