Somalia signs new development pact with EU

GOOBJOOG NEWS | MOGADISHU: The Federal Government of Somalia has signed a new agreement with the European Union which is aimed at fostering cooperation between the two sides.

Speaking during a meeting with EU officials in Mogadishu, Prime Minister Hamse Abdi Barre said the government is keen to strengthen cooperation between Somalia and the European Union.

“This latest agreement signed today paves way for renewed relations between the two sides that will be of great benefit to the people of Somalia. The European Union has proved to be a reliable partner and this agreement will lead to significant progress for Somalia in the economic, governance, and security sectors,” he said.

The Vice-President in charge of coordinating the external action of the European Union Joseph Borrell Fontelles welcomed the new agreement and praised the Federal Government of Somalia’s war on Al-Shabaab and restoring peace and stability in Somalia.

“The European Union and Somalia have historical ties and this latest deal underscores this partnership which will benefit citizens from the citizens from the two sides,” he said.