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Meeting Between Somali and Rwandan Presidents

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud met with Rwandan President Paul Kagame in Kigali on Monday to strengthen bilateral ties and enhance regional cooperation.

The discussions between the two leaders focused on the critical need for regional collaboration, especially in tackling shared challenges such as terrorism.

President Kagame praised Somalia's progress in security, diplomacy, and economic development, reaffirming Rwanda's commitment to supporting these efforts.

President Mohamud was among several African leaders and dignitaries who attended Kagame's inauguration ceremony on Sunday.

The National Electoral Commission reported that Kagame secured 99.18% of the vote in last month's election


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