Doha: Somali Prime Minister Hamza Abdi Barre met Sunday with African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Yusuf, who is visiting Somalia.

According to Qatar News Agency, the two sides discussed enhancing cooperation between Somalia and the African Union, particularly in the areas of security, counterterrorism, and the role of the new African Union mission in the country.

The Somali Prime Minister emphasized the importance of the AUC Chairperson's visit in supporting stability in the country, while Yusuf underscored the African Union's commitment to supporting the Somali government and people.