Egypt condemns Israeli diplomatic envoy to "Somaliland" during meeting with Somali President

Minister Abdelatty conveyed President Abdel Fattah El Sisi's greetings and affirmed Egypt's rejection and condemnation of the appointment of a diplomatic envoy to "Somaliland," describing it as a violation of international law, the UN Charter, and the African Union's Constitutive Act. He reiterated Egypt's steadfast support for Somalia's unity, sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national institutions, and stressed Egypt's firm rejection of any unilateral actions that could undermine Somalia's unity. The Foreign Minister also highlighted Egypt's commitment to supporting Somalia across political, military, security, and humanitarian fields, emphasizing Somalia's stability for Horn of Africa security.

President Mohamud expressed appreciation for Egypt's support and keenness to strengthen cooperation. Minister Abdelatty noted positive developments in bilateral relations, including direct EgyptAir flights, a military cooperation protocol signed in August 2024, the relocation of the Egyptian Embassy to Mogadishu, and the elevation of relations to a strategic partnership in January 2025. He also underscored Egypt's interest in increasing trade and exports to Somalia, and ongoing cooperation through institutions like the Egyptian Agency for Partnership for Development.

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