Khalid Essa

First Secretary of Somaliland Mission in Kenya.

[Khalid Essa @Khaled_Essaa]

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[Horndiplomat @HornDiplomat]

Historic at the Knesset
#Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, the First Lady and a senior delegation were welcomed by @KnessetIL Speaker @AmirOhana during a landmark visit to #Israel’s Parliament in #Jerusalem.

Received with full state honors, including a Guard of Honour, President Irro signed the Knesset’s guest book and emphasized the importance of parliamentary cooperation, democratic institutions and stronger ties between Somaliland and Israel.

The meeting with Speaker Amir Ohana marked a significant moment in the growing relationship between Somaliland and Israel, highlighting shared democratic values and expanding cooperation.

📹 Watch the highlights.

#Somaliland #Israel #Knesset #Jerusalem

[Dr Mohamed Hagi @AmbMohamedHagi]

Second batch of water engineers arrived in Israel.

The arrival of the second batch of water engineers in Israel marks a continued deepening of technical cooperation that is expected to significantly enhance knowledge transfer, strengthen institutional capacity in water management, and contribute to long-term improvements in water security and resilience.

[Abdirahman Dahir Adam @min_abdirahman]

I accompanied President of the Republic of Somaliland, @Abdirahmanirro, on the first official visit ever by a Somaliland president historic to the Knesset. We were received with full ceremonial honors and a Guard of Honour, marking a defining moment that opens a new chapter in our bilateral relations.

I am grateful to the Speaker of the Knesset for welcoming us with such warmth and dignity.

[Horndiplomat @HornDiplomat]

Historic Welcome at the Knesset: Speaker @AmirOhana Receives Somaliland President

Republic of #Somaliland President @Abdirahmanirro Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, the First Lady and a senior delegation were welcomed by Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana during a landmark visit to Israel's Parliament in Jerusalem.
President Irro received full state honors, signed the Knesset guest book and highlighted the importance of parliamentary cooperation, democracy and stronger Somaliland-#Israel relations.
The visit marks another milestone in the growing partnership between Somaliland and Israel.

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

Today, 16 June 2026, it was a great honour for me, together with the First Lady and my delegation, to visit the Knesset, @KnessetENG the Parliament of the State of Israel.

I extend my sincere appreciation to Speaker @AmirOhana and all Members of the Knesset for the warm welcome and distinguished hospitality extended to us.

Signing the Knesset’s Book of Distinguished Visitors was a historic moment that reflects Somaliland’s enduring journey toward securing its rightful place in the international community.

Drawing upon my experience as Speaker of the House of Representatives of the Republic of Somaliland, I believe that closer cooperation between our legislative institutions will further strengthen democracy, good governance, and parliamentary exchange.

I am confident that the partnership between the Republic of Somaliland and the State of Israel will continue to grow on the foundations of mutual respect, strategic cooperation, and a shared commitment to peace, security, and prosperity.

Today marks another proud milestone in the history of the Republic of Somaliland.

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

Today, a new chapter in history has been written. I extend my deepest gratitude and sincere appreciation to the Prime Minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu @netanyahu the Government of Israel, and the people of Israel for becoming the first nation in thirty-five years to formally recognize the Republic of Somaliland as a sovereign and independent state, affirming its nationhood, independence, and inherent right to self-determination.

This courageous and historic decision stands as a testament to the resilience, political maturity, and unwavering aspirations of the people of Somaliland. For more than three decades, our nation has remained steadfast in its commitment to peace, democracy, stability, and the democratic expression of the will of its people. Somaliland will never forget this historic gesture of friendship, mutual respect, and principled recognition.

We firmly believe that Somaliland and Israel will build a deep and enduring partnership founded on mutual respect, security, innovation, development, and a shared commitment to advancing the prosperity and well-being of our peoples.

I am also pleased to announce that the Republic of Somaliland and the State of Israel have formally signed a Strategic Joint Declaration of Cooperation, marking a historic milestone in relations between our two nations. This landmark agreement establishes the foundation for a lasting strategic partnership and deepens cooperation in the fields of agriculture, water management, security, technology, investment, economic development, and infrastructure.

This achievement represents a defining moment in Somaliland’s national journey and a significant milestone for its people. It will leave an enduring mark on our history and usher in a new era of partnership, opportunity, and international engagement.

Somaliland has prevailed.

[Horndiplomat @HornDiplomat]

"No one will decide for #Israel - and no one will decide for Somaliland - who we conduct diplomatic relations with."
israeli Foreign Minister @gidonsaar alongside #Somaliland President @Abdirahmanirro at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem.

[Gideon Sa'ar | גדעון סער @gidonsaar]

Welcome to Israel, President of Somaliland @Abdirahmanirro!

[Israel Foreign Ministry @IsraelMFA]

Join us LIVE for a joint statement by Israel's Minister of Foreign Affairs, @gidonsaar, and the President of Somaliland, @Abdirahmanirro, from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Jerusalem. https://t.co/jfWjPru428

[Abdirahman Dahir Adam @min_abdirahman]

Grateful that President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Cirro) and I arrived in Israel yesterday as part of the Republic of Somaliland’s delegation for our first-ever state visit, a historic five-day journey marking a new chapter in our shared future. Thank you to President Isaac Herzog and the State of Israel for the warm welcome. President Cirro will lead high-level meetings on investment, economic cooperation, and defense with Israeli leaders and engage with business leaders and innovators. We are committed to mutual respect and prosperity for both nations.

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

Honoured to meet Foreign Minister @gidonsaar during my official visit to the State of Israel.

We discussed expanding cooperation between Somaliland and Israel across security, investment, technology, infrastructure, innovation, and economic development. Together, we reaffirmed our commitment to advancing a partnership that serves the interests of our peoples and contributes to peace, stability, and prosperity.

My sincere thanks to Minister Sa’ar for his warm welcome and hospitality.

#SomalilandIsrael

[MFA Somaliland @somalilandmfa]

the President of the Republic of Somaliland conveyed his sincere appreciation to the government and people of Israel for their warm and gracious welcome.

[MFA Somaliland @somalilandmfa]

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[Khalid Essa @Khaled_Essaa]

Presidents and Heads of State whom the President of Somaliland has met during his first eighteen months in office.

[Khalid Essa @Khaled_Essaa]

#somalilandisrael.

[Khalid Essa @Khaled_Essaa]

The President of Somaliland @Abdirahmanirro was accorded a warm and high-level reception in Israel.

[Cabdiraxmaan Cirro @Abdirahmanirro]

Bismillahi Rahmani Rahiim;

I have arrived in Israel as the first President of the Republic of Somaliland to undertake a State Visit, and I am honoured by the warm welcome extended by my friend, President @Isaac_Herzog

For thirty-five years, the people of Somaliland have built a peaceful, democratic, and resilient nation. We asked the world: Do you see us? Israel answered first. Today marks a historic milestone in our journey and the beginning of a new chapter in the relationship between Somaliland and Israel.

To the people of Somaliland: I carry your hopes and aspirations with me. Generations have struggled, sacrificed, and persevered to bring our nation to this moment. We will seize this opportunity with confidence, wisdom, and determination, always guided by the interests of our people and our Republic.

Today, history is being written, and Somaliland stands ready to forge a shared future founded on friendship, cooperation, and mutual respect.

#SomalilandIsrael

[יצחק הרצוג Isaac Herzog @Isaac_Herzog]

Welcome to Israel, President Irro @Abdirahmanirro of Somaliland.

This historic visit symbolizes the great potential of the new partnership between our two nations.

Ku soo dhawow Israel!

[Khalid Essa @Khaled_Essaa]

Israeli President Isaac Herzog welcomed Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro in Jerusalem.