FTL Somalia

Somali Senate Speaker Meets Russian Duma Chair to Boost Ties

Moscow, Russia – During an official visit to Russia, the Speaker of Somalia’s Senate (Upper House), Abdi Hashi Abdullahi, held talks on Tuesday with Vyacheslav Volodin, Chairman of the State Duma.

According to an official statement, the meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations between Somalia and Russia. The two leaders discussed cooperation in regional security, economic development, and political collaboration.

The visit highlights Somalia’s efforts to expand international partnerships and deepen its diplomatic engagement with global powers, particularly in areas of mutual interest such as counterterrorism and trade.

Nevertheless, further details on potential agreements or follow-up engagements are yet to be disclosed by either side.