African Union Rejects Recognition Of Somaliland, Reaffirms Support For Somalia’s Unity
African Union Rejects Recognition Of Somaliland, Reaffirms Support For Somalia’s Unity
He reiterated that the AU’s position is grounded in the Constitutive Act of the African Union, particularly the principle of respect for borders inherited at independence.
The Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has firmly rejected any move to recognise Somaliland as an independent state, reaffirming the African Union’s long-standing commitment to the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia.
The AU’s latest statement underscores its consistent position on the issue amid renewed regional and international debate
Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on December 22, recognised Somaliland as independent state from Somalia, adding that Israel would seek immediate cooperation with Somaliland in agriculture.
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