The agreement was formalized in Madrid during a ceremony attended by Ali Mohamed Omar and Diego Martínez Belío, Spanish State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs.

"Honoured to meet H.E. Diego Martínez Belío, Spanish State Secretary for Foreign and Global Affairs. Somalia and Spain are opening a new chapter from multilateral partnership to direct bilateral cooperation. Our shared interests in security, the blue economy, and youth are the foundation.” Ali Omar, State Minister, Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on  X formerly twitter

Both officials highlighted the importance of expanding cooperation in key sectors, including maritime security, economic development, and investment opportunities. The deal is expected to provide a framework for closer diplomatic coordination and increased collaboration on regional and international issues.

Speaking at the event, Omar reaffirmed Somalia’s commitment to building stronger international partnerships aligned with its national priorities. Spain, for its part, welcomed what it described as Somalia’s continued progress in improving stability and advancing national reconstruction efforts.