DOHA – The Somali Finance Minister, Mr. Biixi Iimaan Ige, who’s visiting Qatar, met together with his Qatari counterpart, Mr. Ali Bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, on Thursday in Doha. The 2 ministers mentioned varied points associated to the financial improvement of Somalia, together with the plan for monetary reform, strengthening the financial cooperation between the 2 international locations and the debt aid points that are actually reaching a crucial stage.
The assembly was held on the Qatari Ministry of Finance and was attended by senior officers from either side. The ministers additionally exchanged views on the regional and worldwide developments and their influence on the financial stability and development of Somalia.
Mr. Ige praised the Qatari authorities for its steady help and help to Somalia, particularly within the fields of infrastructure, training, well being and humanitarian support. He additionally expressed his appreciation for the Qatari position in facilitating the debt aid course of for Somalia, which can allow the nation to entry extra monetary sources and alternatives.
Mr. Al-Kuwari reaffirmed Qatar’s dedication to face by Somalia and help its efforts to attain peace, safety and prosperity. He additionally recommended the Somali authorities for its achievements in implementing the monetary reform and enhancing the general public monetary administration system.
The 2 ministers agreed to reinforce the bilateral cooperation between Somalia and Qatar in varied sectors, corresponding to commerce, funding, power, agriculture and tourism. In addition they agreed to carry common consultations and coordination on problems with mutual curiosity.
The Somali Finance Minister additionally held separate conferences with the heads of the monetary and financial establishments of Qatar, such because the Qatar Central Financial institution, the Qatar Funding Authority and the Qatar Growth Fund. He briefed them on the newest developments and challenges in Somalia’s financial system and invited them to discover the potential alternatives and partnerships in Somalia.
Mr. Ige is on an official go to to Qatar as a part of his regional tour to mobilize help for Somalia’s financial restoration and improvement. He’s anticipated to satisfy with different Qatari officers and representatives of worldwide organizations throughout his keep in Doha.
