Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Abdi Ali met in Cairo on Sunday with Massad Boulos, Senior Adviser to U.S. President Donald Trump on Arab and African Affairs, to discuss bilateral relations, security cooperation, and regional stability, according to a statement from the Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The meeting, held on July 19, 2026, focused on strengthening ties between Somalia and the United States, with particular emphasis on counterterrorism efforts and support for Somali security forces. Boulos reaffirmed U.S. commitment to Somalia's stability and development.
Both officials also discussed the situation in the Horn of Africa, including relations with neighboring countries and the fight against al-Shabaab. The Somali minister thanked the U.S. for its continued support in security and humanitarian aid.
No further details were immediately released, but the meeting underscores ongoing diplomatic engagement between the Trump administration and Somali leaders amid regional challenges.
