Rabat:The Economic Promotion Week for the Federal Republic of Somalia commenced in Rabat, aiming to showcase Somalia’s economic strengths and promote beneficial business relations between operators in Somalia and Morocco.

According to Agence Marocaine De Presse, the event’s opening featured Ambassador and Director General of the Moroccan Agency for International Cooperation (AMCI) Mohamed Methqal alongside a high-level Somali delegation. Discussions during the event centered on enhancing bilateral economic ties, aligning with the vision of His Majesty King Mohammed VI for sustainable development and prosperity across Africa.

The Somali delegation, led by Director General at the Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ibrahim Ahmed Osman, includes senior officials from various ministries and public agencies, as well as representatives from the Somali Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Somali Banks Association. Their participation underscores a shared ambition to strengthen economic relations between Morocco and Somalia, stimulate investment, and increase bilateral trade.

Scheduled from October 19 to 24, 2026, the week includes meetings with Moroccan institutions and economic operators. These discussions will emphasize the opportunities within the Somali economy and explore partnership possibilities in sectors such as agriculture, fisheries, energy, water, tourism, hydrocarbons, and financial services.

This initiative is part of the economic diplomacy efforts spearheaded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, African Cooperation, and Moroccan Expatriates, supported by AMCI and its institutional and economic partners. Meetings and visits are planned in several cities across Morocco.