Multiple sources confirmed that a delegation from Egypt visited Hargeisa for a meeting with President Muse Bihi Abdi of Somaliland on July 12, 2020.
The meeting, though secretive, could be indicative of Somaliland’s growing influence in the region.
For decades, Somaliland has craved international recognition unsuccessfully.
However, in the last month, it has received a high-powered delegation from Kenya and established diplomatic ties with Taiwan.
Reports indicate that the Egyptian delegation included members of the administration of President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
The Sunday talks between the two teams focused on improving bilateral ties between Cairo and Hargeisa.
A source privy to the meeting said the Egyptian officials stayed in Hargeisa for two days before departing for Cairo on Tuesday.
Apart from the meeting with President Bihi, the team also had discussions with officials representing the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Education.
The Egyptians also held talks with officials from the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock.