The celebrations, being held at Al Houriya Square, have brought together heads of state, senior government officials, and international dignitaries.<\/p>\n
The event features cultural performances, entertainment, and displays highlighting the unity, patriotism, and national identity of the Djiboutian people. President Hassan Sheikh is expected to deliver a speech congratulating the government and people of Djibouti on their Independence Day.<\/p>\n
He is also expected to reaffirm the historic ties and close cooperation between Somalia and Djibouti. Somalia and Djibouti share deep historical, cultural, and familial bonds, as well as common strategic interests.<\/p>\n
Somalia also played an important role in supporting Djibouti\u2019s struggle for independence during the colonial era, when the territory was known as the French Somali Coast (French Somaliland).<\/p>\n
The issue is likely to carry broader political weight as Somalia navigates federal power-sharing, regional competition and the search for stronger public institutions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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