Turkey announced that Ethiopia is withdrawing from the maritime agreement with Somaliland
Aug 10 (Jowhar.com) – The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey, Hakan Fidan, announced that Ethiopia will officially request Somalia for a port.
He also said that it will recognize the independence and territorial unity of Somalia, which means that Ethiopia has withdrawn from the MOU agreement with the president of Somaliland.
The statement of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Turkey who visited Addis Ababa last week shows the progress made in Turkey’s mediation between Somalia and Ethiopia, with the expectation that next week the second phase of dialogue between the two sides will resume. extended to Ankara.
This announcement marks a significant development in the relationship between Ethiopia and Somalia, as well as Turkey’s role as a mediator in the region. The recognition of Somalia’s territorial integrity by Ethiopia is a positive step towards promoting peace and stability in the Horn of Africa.
The upcoming dialogue in Ankara will provide an opportunity for both countries to further discuss and resolve their differences, with the hope of reaching a mutually beneficial agreement. Turkey’s continued involvement in the mediation process demonstrates its commitment to fostering diplomacy and cooperation in the region.
As the international community closely watches these developments, there is optimism that this renewed dialogue will lead to lasting peace and cooperation between Ethiopia and Somalia. The role of Turkey in facilitating these discussions will undoubtedly be crucial in achieving a positive outcome for all parties involved.
