ANKARA Türkiye and Somalia have signed an agreement to explore and produce hydrocarbons in Somalia’s offshore fields, strengthening energy ties between the two nations. The deal, formalized in Ankara during a ceremony was addressed by Energy and Natural Resources Minister Alparslan Bayraktar and Somali Petroleum and Mineral Resources Minister Dahir Shire Mohamed. The Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO) sealed the pact, which covers three offshore blocks. Bayraktar highlighted ongoing efforts,