DAR ES SALAAM — Somalia has officially opened a new residence for its ambassador in Tanzania, marking a significant step to enhance diplomatic ties within the East African region.
Hamza Adan Hadow, Permanent Secretary at Somalia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, led the ribbon-cutting ceremony in Dar es Salaam. He characterized the initiative as part of a wider strategy to modernize the nation’s overseas diplomatic posts.
Modernizing Diplomacy
The new residence is part of comprehensive upgrades at the Somali embassy under Ambassador Ilyas Ali Hassan. According to officials, these renovations seek to bring Somalia’s diplomatic facilities up to global standards and present a revitalized image of the country from the Horn of Africa.
During his speech, Permanent Secretary Hadow emphasized that the investment demonstrates Somalia’s dedication to nurturing what he termed “brotherly and strategic partnerships” with Tanzania, a crucial ally in the East African Community.
Ambassador Ilyas stated that the enhanced facilities would improve the embassy’s capacity to assist Somali nationals and advance bilateral cooperation between Mogadishu and Dodoma.
The event was attended by senior Tanzanian government officials, diplomats stationed in the country, and representatives of the Somali diaspora.
