H.E. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud chaired an urgent National Security Council meeting, addressing illegal weapons smuggling in Galguduud. The council issued directives to strengthen oversight, ban illicit arms trade, and bring perpetrators to justice, emphasizing strict implementation of arms control procedures. Read the full press release.Read More

July 7, 2024; Today President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud officially opened the 5th Session of the Federal Parliament of Somalia. In his address, the President lauded the historic deliberations and review to finalize the Constitution as a significant step towards enhancing democratization, the rule of law, and ensuring that our citizens exercise their constitutional rights, including...Read More

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud received the newly-appointed U.S. Ambassador to Somalia, Richard H. Riley. In the meeting, the Ambassador presented his Letters of Credence to the President. The President has also received General Michael E. Langley, Commander of United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), alongside Ambassador Riley to discuss Somalia-U.S. strategic security cooperation and joint counter-terrorism...Read More

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud held talks with Norway’s Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre in Oslo. They discussed key issues, including the multifaceted strategic cooperation between Norway and Somalia, the government-led offensive aimed at eradicating international terrorism, the promotion of regional stability, and Ethiopia’s violation of Somalia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.Read More

H.E. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud delivered  keynote address at the Oslo Forum 2024, a gathering of global leaders, conflict mediators, and key actors united under the theme “Mediation against all odds”. The President’s speech highlighted Somalia’s ongoing struggle against international terrorism and the government’s multi-faceted approach to combating extremist violence.  Significant Gains in the Fight...Read More

His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met King Harald V of Norway at the Royal Palace in Oslo. They discussed means to bolster bilateral ties in key areas of mutual benefit. The President expressed appreciation for Norway’s continued support of the Somali Government’s efforts to strengthen good governance, security and economic development.Read More

Mogadishu, June 06, 2024. The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, His Excellency, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, warmly welcomed Somalia’s election to a two-year term as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. President Mohamud emphasized that this achievement reflects Somalia’s progress and growing influence, stating, “Somalia’s election to the UN Security Council...Read More

On the occasion of Europe Day, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud delivered an address in Mogadishu, highlighting the significance of the European Union (EU) and its Member States as crucial partners in Somalia’s journey towards stability and progress. The President expressed his deep appreciation for the invaluable support the EU has provided to Somalia. President Hassan...Read More

It is an honour and privilege to participate in this very timely discussion of African leaders on the future financing of our common development agenda with the President of the World Bank, his senior leadership team and donors. Indeed,  a  well  replenished  IDA 21  means  more  opportunity  for investment, job creation, economic growth, and effective...Read More

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud was warmly welcomed at Ikulu State House in Dar es Salaam to commence his state visit to the United Republic of Tanzania. Upon arrival, the President was accorded a warm ceremonial reception by his counterpart, President Samia Suluhu, where he also inspected a guard of honor. Later, the two leaders led...Read More