Somalia’s Federal Prime Minister Mohamed Abdi Bare departed from King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah on November 1, 2026. The flight left amid a formal welcome by Saudi officials, including Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Jaleel, Deputy Governor Imam Ali bin Mohammed Al‑Qarni, Police Chief Colonel Suleiman bin Omar Al‑Tawirb, and General Manager of Royal Ceremonies Ahmed Abdullah bin Zafar.
The departure ceremony was described by the Saudi Press Agency as a continuation of the diplomatic engagement between Somalia and Saudi Arabia. Officials noted that Vice President Affairs of Jeddah and the King’s representative were present, signaling the importance of the visit. Supreme General of the Royal Ceremonies also took part in the proceedings at the airport.
Sources indicate that the Prime Minister’s visit was part of an ongoing collaboration between the two governments, in line with prior agreements to strengthen ties. The event was broadcast by Jeddah authorities in real‑time for audiences in the kingdom and beyond.
