Somalia Appoints Ambassador to Boost Engagement with Romania

by: Horn Observer Contributor | 05 March 2026 20:22

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Somalia Appoints Ambassador to Boost Engagement with Romania

Bucharest, Romania (Horn Observer)Somalia has appointed a new Ambassador to Romania, signaling a push to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries and boost engagement with Romania, the embassy said.

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Somali ambassador presenting credentials to Romanian President. Photo: Somali embassy in Belgium

Bucharest, Romania (Horn Observer)Somalia has appointed a new Ambassador to Romania, signaling a push to strengthen diplomatic relations between the two countries and boost engagement with Romania, the embassy said.

Honoured to present my Letters of Credence to H.E. Nicușor Dan, President of Romania. Somalia and Romania have enjoyed strong diplomatic relations since 1965. I look forward to deepening our bilateral cooperation and strengthening the partnership between our two nations. pic.twitter.com/sGEZhruoGw
— Amb. Khadija Ossoble Ali (@khadijali9) March 4, 2026

Ambassador Ossoble Ali, who Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to the Kingdom of Belgium and the European Union, formally presented her Letters of Credence to Nicușor Dan, President of Romania, during an official ceremony in Bucharest. The meeting highlighted Somalia’s long-standing diplomatic ties with Romania, which date back to 1965.

During discussions, the ambassador and President Dan explored ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in diplomacy, economic development, education, and broader international collaboration.

The Somali Embassy said the appointment marks a new chapter in Somalia-Romania relations, aimed at strengthening partnerships, fostering mutual understanding, and creating opportunities for joint initiatives in Europe and beyond.