President Ismail Omar Guelleh of Djibouti arrived in Doha on Sunday, September 14, 2025, ahead of the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit scheduled to take place the following day. His arrival at Hamad International Airport was met with a warm reception by Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan Al-Thani, Qatar’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs. Also present to welcome the president was Djibouti’s Ambassador to Qatar, Tayeb Debd Robleh, underscoring the strength of diplomatic ties between the two nations.
The visit comes at a critical moment for the region, as leaders from across the Arab and Islamic world gather to address urgent geopolitical developments and humanitarian concerns. President Guelleh’s presence signals Djibouti’s active engagement in regional diplomacy and its commitment to contributing to collective decision-making on matters of shared importance. The summit is expected to focus on pressing issues such as regional security, humanitarian crises, and the coordination of unified responses to escalating tensions.
President Guelleh’s participation reflects Djibouti’s strategic role in the Horn of Africa and its broader influence in Arab and Islamic affairs. His arrival in Doha not only reinforces bilateral relations with Qatar but also highlights the importance of dialogue and cooperation among member states during times of uncertainty. The reception and forthcoming summit mark a pivotal moment for regional unity, with Djibouti poised to play a meaningful role in shaping the outcomes of the discussions.