Somalia Needs More Diplomats Like Foreign Minister Abdisalam Dhaay

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Somalia Needs More Diplomats Like Foreign Minister Abdisalam Dhaay

Sunatimes.com - Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Omer Dhaay has quickly emerged as one of the most effective and respected young diplomats representing the nation on the global stage. His leadership, sharp diplomatic skills, and ability to b

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Sunatimes.com - Somalia's Foreign Minister Abdisalam Omer Dhaay has quickly emerged as one of the most effective and respected young diplomats representing the nation on the global stage. His leadership, sharp diplomatic skills, and ability to build meaningful international partnerships have earned Somalia renewed visibility and respect in recent months.

Under his guidance, Somalia has strengthened its ties with regional and international partners, improved its diplomatic messaging, and demonstrated a more confident presence in global forums. For a country long struggling with fragmented foreign policy and inconsistent representation, Dhaay’s approach marks a significant and refreshing shift.

Many observers argue that President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud must be careful not to overlook or underestimate a figure like Abdisalam Dhaay—whose work is increasingly recognised both at home and abroad. At a time when Somalia faces mounting geopolitical pressure, competition in the region, and complex security dynamics, effective diplomacy is no longer optional; it is essential.

Foreign Minister Dhaay represents the new generation of Somali leadership:

Educated, articulate, and globally aware

Able to negotiate with major powers

Capable of restoring Somalia’s credibility

Focused on strategic partnerships rather than political showmanship

Somalia urgently needs more young, competent leaders cut from the same cloth—individuals who place the nation’s long-term interests above factional politics, and who can speak for Somalia on the international stage with confidence and clarity.

If the government is serious about advancing Somalia’s diplomatic and economic position, empowering ministers like Abdisalam Dhaay is not just advisable — it is necessary.

Sunatimes.com will continue to follow developments in Somalia’s foreign policy and the impact of emerging new-generation Somali diplomats.

By Dahir Alasow

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