Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali and Somaliland president Muse Bihi Abdi signed the MoU in Addis Abeba on 01 January 2024 (Photo: Screenshot)Addis Abeba – Somaliland has unequivocally rebuffed a recent statement made by Somalia regarding the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Ethiopia and Somaliland. It asserts that the MoU signifies a “sovereign decision made by two independent nations” and is not contingent upon the approval of a third party. In response to Somalia’s assertions, Somaliland has accused Somalia of flagrantly disregarding international law and “the inherent right to self-determination” of Somalilanders. Furthermore, it underscored that the MoU respects the territorial integrity of all involved parties and fosters peaceful relations and cooperation. In addition, Somaliland has urged Somalia to “relinquish outdated assertions” concerning its status and to honor the collective will of Somaliland’s populace.
