Ankara, Turkey – Somalia’s Minister of Ports and Marine Transport, Abdulkadir Mohamed Nur, has paid a courtesy call on Burhanettin Duran, the newly appointed Head of Communications at the Turkish Presidency.
During the meeting, Minister Nur extended warm congratulations to Duran on his appointment and underscored the depth of Somalia’s appreciation for Türkiye’s continued partnership. He noted that the relationship between Mogadishu and Ankara remains one of the strongest and most enduring diplomatic bonds Somalia enjoys.
“Somalia values Türkiye’s consistent support across critical sectors, from infrastructure development and maritime cooperation to humanitarian assistance and security,” Nur remarked, highlighting the role of Turkish investment and expertise in advancing Somalia’s economic and governance reforms.
For his part, Duran expressed gratitude for the Somali minister’s visit and reaffirmed Türkiye’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral relations. He emphasized the importance of communication and collaboration in fostering mutual understanding and ensuring that strategic projects benefit both nations.
The meeting also served as a symbolic gesture of solidarity at a time when Somalia and Türkiye are seeking to expand cooperation in maritime security, port management, and regional trade. Observers note that Türkiye has played a significant role in supporting Somalia’s reconstruction and continues to be one of the country’s most trusted international partners.
The courtesy call reflects Mogadishu’s wider diplomatic engagement with Ankara, which Somali leaders have consistently praised as a model partnership rooted in trust, shared interests, and long-term vision.