Wang Yi Meets Djiboutis Foreign Minister to Discuss Regional Stability

Beijing, October 22 (Daily Kiran) : Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Djibouti’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdulqadir Hussein Omar, on October 21 in Beijing. During their discussions, Wang highlighted the ongoing healthy and stable development of China-Djibouti relations, guided by the strategic oversight of both nations’ leaders. He emphasized China’s commitment to maintaining regional peace and stability alongside Djibouti and other countries.

Omar expressed Djibouti’s appreciation for the series of initiatives presented by the country’s president and acknowledged China’s contributions to global peace. Following their talks, the two ministers issued a joint press release focusing on the security of peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, as well as maritime safety in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.

The statement noted that both sides engaged in a thorough exchange of views on maritime security issues in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea, identifying several commonalities. They agreed that alleviating the situation in the Middle East is crucial for addressing security challenges in these regions. The rising tensions in the Red Sea pose a significant threat to the global economy, particularly impacting economic activities in Horn of Africa nations and exacerbating issues related to piracy and terrorism.

Both parties expressed serious concern regarding the resurgence of piracy in the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea. They underscored the importance of free navigation in these waters, reiterating their commitment to ensuring maritime security.