In a powerful symbol of resilience and ambition, Somalia welcomed economic leaders from across the Horn of Africa today for a regional summit focused on integration and growth.

The event, held in Mogadishu, brought together government officials, business executives, and international stakeholders aiming to chart a common economic future.

For a country that has long struggled with conflict and instability, hosting such a summit is a sign of its rising confidence and diplomatic outreach.

Somalia’s President opened the summit by emphasizing the importance of peace, connectivity, and regional trade as engines of shared prosperity.

The summit focused on key priorities: reducing trade barriers, improving cross-border infrastructure, and coordinating policies to attract investment.

Delegates from Ethiopia, Djibouti, Eritrea, and Kenya discussed railway and port projects that could improve movement of goods and people.

Observers say this could be a turning point for the Horn of Africa a region rich in resources but fragmented by political tensions.