The governments of Saudi Arabia and China have said that they support the independence and territorial integrity of the Somali government.
The Chinese government said that it hopes that the countries of the region will resolve the issues in the region, especially the serious tension between Somalia and Ethiopia through diplomatic means.
“China supports the Federal Government of Somalia in the protection of national unity, independence and territorial integrity. China stands for the protection of the objectives and principles of the United Nations Charter and supports countries in the protection of independence and territorial integrity,” it said in a statement. the Chinese government.
On the other hand, the government of Saudi Arabia said that it supports the independence and territorial unity of the government of Somalia.
A statement issued by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia said that the stability of the region is important, and it is necessary to maintain the principles of good neighborliness.
The serious conflict between Ethiopia and Somalia started on January 1, after they signed an agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland, which the Somaliland authorities said would lead to Ethiopia recognizing it as an independent state, and in return, Somaliland would give 20 km of land. and renting the sea from Ethiopia.
