
HARGEISA, Somaliland (HornPost) — Somaliland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdirahman Dahir Adan Bakal, met with the head of the Turkish government office in Somaliland, Levent Ceceri, at his office in Hargeisa to discuss relations and opportunities for stronger cooperation between the two sides.
The meeting took place during the morning hours and focused on introductions, diplomatic engagement and efforts to strengthen existing ties between Somaliland and Turkey.
According to information released about the meeting, both officials discussed the importance of maintaining communication and building stronger relations through continued engagement.
The meeting also formed part of the foreign ministry’s broader diplomatic activities, which include engagements with representatives of the international community based in Somaliland.
Somaliland Seeks Stronger Diplomatic Engagement
The meeting provided an opportunity for Somaliland’s foreign minister to engage directly with Turkey’s representative and discuss ways to develop relations.
Somaliland has continued to pursue diplomatic contacts with international partners as part of its efforts to expand foreign relations and strengthen international cooperation.
Engagements with foreign representatives also provide opportunities to discuss shared interests, development priorities and areas where closer cooperation may be possible.
Turkey’s Engagement with Somaliland
Turkey has maintained a presence in Somaliland through its official representation in Hargeisa and has been involved in various areas of engagement in the region.
Relations between Somaliland and Turkey have included diplomatic contacts and discussions on matters of mutual interest.
The meeting between Minister Bakal and Turkish representative Levent Ceceri reflected the continued diplomatic engagement between the two sides.
Such meetings also provide a platform for maintaining dialogue and exploring opportunities for cooperation in areas of common interest.
The Foreign Ministry has continued to receive international representatives as part of its diplomatic outreach and engagement with foreign partners.
HornPost Staff Reporter
Hargeisa, Somaliland
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Abdikarim Saed Salah
Abdikarim Saed Salah is Editor-in-Chief and Founder of HornPost.com, an independent Hargeisa-based news platform covering Somaliland, the Horn of Africa, East Africa, the Red Sea and international affairs. A journalist, television presenter, producer and geopolitical analyst, he has more than 15 years of experience in broadcast journalism, digital media, reporting and diplomacy. He works with Horn Cable TV and focuses on politics, elections, security, foreign policy and conflict. He holds a BA in Journalism and an MA in International Relations.

