President Hassan’s Stand for Somali Sovereignty: Refusing to Meet with Prime Minister Abiy
Sep 07 ( Jowhar)-The decision by President Hassan to reject the meeting came after an offer was made by the President of Djibouti, the President of Mauritania, and the Special Envoy of the African Union, former President of Nigeria Olusegun Obasanjo.
President Hassan made it clear that he would only agree to meet with Prime Minister Abiy if he first canceled an agreement he had entered into with Somaliland.
This move by President Hassan highlights the importance of Somali sovereignty and territorial integrity. Somaliland, a self-declared independent state, is not recognized by the international community, including Somalia.
The agreement between Ethiopia and Somaliland may have implications for Somalia’s borders and territorial integrity, which is why President Hassan is taking a strong stance on the issue.
The refusal to meet with Prime Minister Abiy also shows President Hassan’s commitment to protecting Somalia’s interests and ensuring that any agreements made by neighboring countries do not infringe on Somali sovereignty. It is a clear message to Ethiopia that Somalia will not stand by and allow any actions that may threaten its territorial integrity.
The decision by President Hassan has raised questions about whether Ethiopia will change its position and cancel the agreement with Somaliland. It remains to be seen how this situation will unfold and if the two leaders will be able to come to an agreement in the future.
Overall, President Hassan’s refusal to meet with Prime Minister Abiy in China demonstrates his commitment to upholding Somalia’s sovereignty and protecting its interests. It sends a strong message to Ethiopia and other neighboring countries that Somalia will not tolerate any actions that may jeopardize its territorial integrity.
