By Goth Mohamed Goth
Berbera, (Somalilandcurrent )– The President of the Republic of Somaliland, His Excellency Dr. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, along with his delegation, continued his working visit to the Sahil region today with an inspection of the Berbera International Port, the National Oil Storage Facility, and other critical infrastructure sites.
Accompanied by regional and municipal officials, the President began his tour with an on-site assessment of a 200-meter (200M) coastal expansion zone. He received detailed briefings from the Minister of Public Works, Land, and Housing, the Berbera Municipal Administration, and the Governor of the Saaxil region regarding ongoing developments.
During his visit to the Berbera International Airport, President Cirro reviewed major infrastructure projects being undertaken by DP World, the port’s operator, including the deployment of state-of-the-art equipment. Port management provided updates on the significant progress achieved in modernizing and expanding port operations.
The President also toured the National Oil Storage Facility, where the Director, Mr. Mohamed Sidiq Dhamme, presented an overview of current expansion efforts and future development plans. Mr. Dhamme highlighted that the increased storage capacity will soon enable Somaliland to meet domestic fuel demands and support neighboring countries.
In his remarks, President Cirro commended the Saaxil regional administration, the Berbera municipality, and local communities for their role in sustaining peace—a cornerstone of economic growth. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to launching large-scale development projects in the region and emphasized Berbera’s growing appeal as a hub for international investment.
Before concluding his visit, the President inspected advanced quality-control laboratories for food, pharmaceuticals, and other essential goods. He reviewed operational protocols and discussed efficiency measures with technical staff and management.
