Mogadishu, Somalia – August 13, 2024 – Somalia has expressed deep gratitude to Türkiye for hosting a second round of indirect talks with Ethiopia aimed at resolving bilateral disputes. The talks, held in Ankara on August 12 and 13, were facilitated by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.
A statement from the Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed that the Somali delegation, led by Foreign Minister Ahmed Moallim Fiqi Ahmed, participated actively in the discussions. The ministry emphasized the strong historical ties between Somalia and Türkiye and commended Türkiye’s ongoing efforts to foster peace and stability in the region.
Somalia’s Foreign Minister lauded President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s commitment to resolving the issues between the two Horn of Africa nations. The statement further indicated that Somalia is optimistic about the upcoming third round of talks and expects a conclusive resolution that upholds Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
Somalia remains steadfast in safeguarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity, firmly committed to protecting its borders and ensuring national stability and security. Somalia also reiterated its adherence to international law and the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea.
