MOGADISHU, Somalia – America has stated once more it shares with the companions in Africa the decision for the preservation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia.
Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs of the US Molly Phee stated that Ethiopia’s violation of Somalia’s sovereignty may very well be an impediment to the Al-Shabaab conflict.
“We’re involved that the Somaliland-Ethiopia sea deal may hinder our joint battle, which incorporates Addis Ababa lately within the battle in opposition to terrorism,” she added.
America authorities additionally stated that it helps the talks between the Federal Authorities of Somalia and Somaliland relating to the way forward for the nation and its unity.
This comes days after the Ethiopian authorities requested a gathering of the IGAD regional group to carry an emergency assembly to debate the disaster ensuing from the MoU.
On 1 January, the breakaway area of Somaliland struck a controversial cope with Ethiopia, giving Addis Ababa entry to the Purple Sea. The deal infuriated Mogadishu, which considers it a violation of its sovereignty.
