Somali Parliament Speaker Addresses Djibouti’s National Assembly, Highlights Strong Bilateral Ties and Cooperation

Djibouti – November 2, 2026

The Speaker of the Somali Federal Parliament’s House of the People, Abdikadir Mohamed Nur, delivered an address before the National Assembly of the Republic of Djibouti during his ongoing official visit, highlighting the deep-rooted historical and fraternal relations between Somalia and Djibouti and the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation.

At the beginning of his speech, Nur conveyed the greetings of the Somali people to their Djiboutian counterparts, expressing profound appreciation for Djibouti’s consistent support for Somalia throughout various stages of its history.

He emphasized that the two neighboring nations share strong historical, cultural, linguistic, and familial bonds.

Appreciation for Djibouti’s Support for Somalia

The Speaker praised the historic role played by Djiboutian President Ismail Omar Guelleh in supporting Somali national reconciliation efforts, particularly the Arta Peace Conference and initiatives aimed at rebuilding Somalia’s state institutions.

He also commended Djibouti’s continued commitment to Somalia’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, stressing that the Somali people will never forget Djibouti’s solidarity and brotherly support.

Recognition of Djiboutian Peacekeeping Forces

On security matters, Nur expressed appreciation for the sacrifices and contributions of Djiboutian forces serving in peacekeeping and counterterrorism missions in Somalia.

He highlighted their role in supporting security and stability, noting that their contributions will remain deeply remembered by future generations of Somalis.

Strengthening Parliamentary and Bilateral Cooperation

Concluding his address, the Speaker emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation between the legislative institutions of both countries through parliamentary exchanges, sharing expertise, and strengthening parliamentary diplomacy.

He reaffirmed that Somalia and Djibouti are more than neighboring countries, describing them as sister nations united by shared history, common interests, and a common future.