Turkish Oruç Reis Seismic Research Vessel En Route to Somalia
GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: Turkey’s seismic research vessel, Oruç Reis, along with its support ships and frigates from the Turkish Naval Forces has passed through the Suez Canal en route to Somalia, Turkish Energy Minister Alparslan Bayraktar has confirmed.
The entry of the seismic research vessel to Somali waters marks a major milestone in strengthening bilateral ties between Turkey and Somalia.
Oruç Reis departed from Istanbul on October 5th as part of the growing strategic partnership between Somalia and Turkey which was made possible through the Defense and Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement recently signed between the two stated.
The vessel is aimed at exploring oil and gas reserves in Somali waters underscoring the increasing collaboration between Turkey and Somalia in the fields of energy and defense, and it is expected to significantly contribute to Somalia’s economic development.
Both nations view this initiative as a key step in fostering long-term cooperation and enhancing the exploration of natural resources in the region.
This operation reflects turkey’s commitment to supporting Somalia’s development.