Somalia’s Senate (Upper House) Foreign Affairs Committee recently summoned Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Ahmed Moallim Fiqi to discuss several pressing issues.
Top of the list of issues discussed with Fiqi on Tuesday included the recent talks between Somalia and Ethiopia.
Talks between the two nations took place twice in Ankara under the mediation of Turkey’s foreign affairs ministry.
Furthermore, Fiqi briefed the committee on the country’s foreign policy trajectory and budgeting for embassies.
This scrutiny of the minister follows growing political tension, as reports suggest that members of the House of the People (Lower House) are planning to file a no-confidence motion against him.
These developments reflect increasing concerns within parliament about Somalia’s diplomatic relations and the management of the country’s foreign affairs.
The outcome of these discussions could significantly influence the minister’s future in the government.