Egypt and Somali leaders discuss Horn of Africa coordination
President Sisi met Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and reaffirmed Egypt’s support for Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. They discussed coordination on developments in the Horn of Africa and Red Sea region.
Event / data period: 2026-10-03
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The meeting took place on October 3 in New Alamein on the sidelines of the Alamein–Africa Business Forum. Egypt’s account said the countries elevated ties to a comprehensive strategic partnership in January 2025.
Sisi and Mohamud stressed continued consultation among Egypt, Somalia and regional states on security in the Horn of Africa, Gulf of Aden, Bab el-Mandeb Strait and Red Sea. The account announced no new agreement or operation.
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Bilateral meeting topics
Meeting scope reported by Egypt’s presidency.
| Meeting | Egyptian and Somali presidents |
| Location and date | New Alamein, 2026-10-03 |
| Coordination areas | Horn of Africa, Gulf of Aden, Bab el-Mandeb and Red Sea |
| Relationship status cited | Comprehensive strategic partnership since January 2025 |
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The table records the meeting and topics in the official account; it does not imply a new agreement or security operation.
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- Egypt · Place role: Coverage · Place type: Country or area · Location precision: RegionalEvidence
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