TRIPOLI, Libya — Somalia’s newly appointed ambassador to Libya formally presented his credentials on Sunday to the head of Libya’s Presidential Council, officially beginning his diplomatic mission and signalling renewed efforts to strengthen ties between the two countries.
Ambassador Abdifatah Sheikh Ahmed Abdulmannan handed over his letters of credence to Mohamed al-Menfi, chairman of Libya’s Presidential Council, during an official ceremony held in the Libyan capital, Tripoli, Somali officials said.
The presentation of credentials marks the formal start of the ambassador’s tenure and reflects both countries’ stated commitment to deepening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation.
During the meeting, Ambassador Abdifatah conveyed greetings and congratulations from Somalia’s leadership to Mr al-Menfi and reiterated Mogadishu’s intention to strengthen diplomatic engagement and develop collaboration in areas of shared interest.
Officials said discussions focused on the longstanding historical relationship between Somalia and Libya, with both sides expressing support for closer political and diplomatic cooperation.
The appointment comes as Somalia continues efforts to broaden its diplomatic outreach and reinforce partnerships across the Arab and African regions.
