MOGADISHU, Somalia — South West State leader Sheikh Adan Mohamed Nur Madobe met British Ambassador to Somalia Charles King in Mogadishu to discuss strengthening cooperation between the regional administration and the United Kingdom, the administration said.
The talks focused on cooperation in support of peace, stability, state-building and improved public services in South West State, according to a statement released by the administration.
Madobe stressed the importance of working with international partners to accelerate development, strengthen government institutions and improve access to essential services for local communities.
The meeting was part of efforts by the South West administration to strengthen diplomatic ties and cooperation with international partners, with an emphasis on peacebuilding, reconciliation, good governance and sustainable development.
The meeting was also attended by the regional energy minister, the deputy security minister and the director general of the South West State presidency, the statement said.



