Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamoud arrived here Monday to attend the inauguration of Sudanese President Omar Hassan el Bashir.

In post-arrival statements, the Somali president said Sudan set a democratic example via the recent elections that took place in April.

He voiced honor over attending the inauguration, saying Sudan gave Somalia a lot.

Meanwhile, Comoran Vice-President Nour El Din Borhani ad Speaker of Moroccan Parliament Rashid Talibi Al Alalmi arrived in Khartoum for the inauguration ceremony.

In press statements, Alalmi said he is to deliver a message from the Moroccan king to Bashir reflecting the strong ties between both countries.

A number of presidents, prime ministers and representatives of states and regional and international organizations will arrive here to take part in the ceremony.