On the sidelines of his visit to London, the Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference Prof Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu met H.E Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, the President of the Republic of Somalia.

The meeting discussed the latest developments in the political, security and humanitarian fields in Somalia and the OIC’s contribution to peace building efforts in the country. Prof Ihsanoglu reiterated the continuing engagement of the OIC with Somalia and assured the Somali President that the Organization will continue to mobilize Member States in order to extend their full assistance to the efforts of reconstruction of Somalia.

On his part, President Sheikh Sharif expressed his appreciation to the endeavors of the OIC in trying to contribute to lasting peace and sustainable development in the country.