Egypt rejects recognition of ‘Somaliland’ in talks with Somali foreign minister
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt's commitment to Somalia's territorial integrity during a phone call with his Somali counterpart. He explicitly rejected any recognition of Somaliland, citing it as a violation of Somalia's sovereignty.
Why it matters
This diplomatic stance reinforces regional stability in the Horn of Africa and highlights Egypt's strategic role in opposing separatist movements that threaten established national borders.
Egypt completely rejects any measures that would compromise Somali territorial integrity, including any recognition of the so-called “Somaliland”, Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptian Expatriates Badr Abdelatty said on Saturday.
During a phone call with Somalia’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdisalam Abdi Ali, Abdelatty stated that recognising Somaliland constitutes a violation of the Federal Republic of Somalia’s unity and sovereignty, according to a ministry statement.
Abdelatty affirmed Egypt’s full support for Somalia and its national institutions, reiterating Cairo’s steadfast position on backing the country’s unity, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, while stressing a commitment to its security and stability.
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