Djibouti — President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh of Djibouti hosted an official luncheon today at the Presidential Palace in honor of Dr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro, President of Somaliland, and the high-level delegation accompanying him on their working visit.
The ceremonial luncheon, marked by diplomatic decorum and warm hospitality, underscored the significance Djibouti places on its relationship with Somaliland.
The event featured senior Djiboutian officials, diplomats, and members of the Somaliland delegation, highlighting the mutual respect and cooperation between the two sides.
According to sources from the Djiboutian Presidency, the gathering was more than a display of hospitality—it served as an important gesture of regional solidarity and political engagement.
Discussions on the margins of the luncheon reportedly touched on trade, security cooperation, and shared interests in regional stability.
President Guelleh’s warm reception and the high-level protocol extended to President Irro reflect Djibouti’s continued role as a key interlocutor in the Horn of Africa.
The visit comes at a critical time for the region, as neighboring states seek stronger ties to address shared challenges and opportunities.
The Somaliland delegation is expected to continue consultations with Djiboutian counterparts in the coming days, with a focus on deepening bilateral cooperation.