The government of Somalia, in a press release, stated again that it will not enter into dialogue with Ethiopia, until the maritime agreement with Somaliland is revoked.
The government of Somalia thanked the G7 countries, which expressed concern about the agreement that Ethiopia entered into with Somaliland, and called for the protection of independence and territorial integrity, as written in the United Nations Charter.
Somalia said it is committed to maintaining peace and security in the region, and wants to strengthen its cooperation with the G7 and other international partners to ensure lasting peace and prosperity in the Horn of Africa.
“Discussions with Ethiopia cannot be reached until it withdraws its illegal agreement with the Northern region of Somalia (Somaliland), and shows full respect for its unity, independence and principle. ‘a non-interference in Somalia.’ It was said in a press release from Somalia.
Somalia told the G7 that it is committed to intensifying its fight against al-Shabaab and that it is ready to take over security responsibility from the ATMIS peacekeeping mission.
