MOGADISHU (Halbeeg News) – Somali President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmajo has met with Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Beijing ahead of the Forum for China-Africa Cooperation.
The details of the meeting between two leaders were scanty but sources say they have discussed bilateral relations economic and security issues.
H.E President Farmajo meets Ethiopian PM H.E Abiy Ahmed on the sidelines of #FOCAC in Beijing. Economic cooperation and integration in the Horn of Africa is key to more investment opportunities, paves the way for a more secure, connected and safer region. pic.twitter.com/YGMMLT9ov6
— Villa Somalia (@TheVillaSomalia) September 2, 2018
Over fifty African leaders have convened in Beijing to participate the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation
Based on previous summits, China will probably pledge even higher contributions to African countries this year.
These have already increased massively from US$5 billion in 2006 to US$60 billion spread into various funds and contributions in 2015.
During the FOCAC summit, China will make official pledges of financial and technical assistance to the manufacturing sector.
It may also announce manufacturing investment deals, especially at the bilateral level, on the side.
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