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Djibouti parliament president receives Turkish ambassador

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Djibouti parliament president receives Turkish ambassador

Djibouti National Assembly President Dileita Mohamed Dileita received Türkiye’s new ambassador to Djibouti, Huseyin Ozdemir, on 19 October 2026. Discussions covered bilateral cooperation and relations between the two parliaments, according to Radio Television of Djibouti.

Djibouti National Assembly President Dileita Mohamed Dileita received Türkiye’s new ambassador to Djibouti, Huseyin Ozdemir, on Monday 19 October 2026 for a courtesy visit. Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and regional geopolitical issues, reports Radio Television of Djibouti.

The two officials also discussed revitalising the Djibouti-Türkiye Parliamentary Friendship Group. The meeting was part of a series of diplomatic talks held by Dileita Mohamed Dileita, who on 14 October received Chinese ambassador Hu Bin in Djibouti.

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