The Foreign Ministry expressed concern about a recent agreement signed by Ethiopia and Somalia's breakaway region of Somaliland. He said that Türkiye wishes for the settlement of disputes between Somalia and Somaliland through direct negotiations, reiterating Ankara's support for initiatives in this regard. Farhan Jimale, spokesperson and director of Communications & Public Relations for the Somali government, welcomed the Turkish Foreign Ministry spokesman's statement. In 1991, Eritrea gained independence from Ethiopia, leading to the establishment of two separate nations. The separation resulted in Ethiopia losing direct access to the Red Sea and key ports.

Source: Ethiopian News January 04, 2024 19:48 UTC