Somalia Reaffirms Unity After Israel’s Illegal Recognition of Somaliland
Mogadishu, January 01, 2026 - The Diaspora Affairs Department (DAD) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation organized an open discussion on Thursday on the role of the Somali diaspora in defending national sovereignty.
The discussion addressed Israel’s illegal decision to recognize the Somaliland region in northwestern Somalia, a move viewed as undermining Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Hamza Adan Haadoow, opened the session, reaffirming that Israel’s decision has no legal effect and emphasizing the importance of national unity and social cohesion as fundamental pillars in safeguarding the country’s constitutional integrity.
Participants, including members of the Somali diaspora and Somali intellectuals, highlighted the value of unity, coordinated advocacy, and peaceful engagement, and discussed ways overseas Somali communities can contribute to strengthening cohesion and supporting official positions through lawful and constructive means.
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Waaxda Warbaahinta
Communications Department
#Somalia #Somali #Mogadishu #Somaliland #Israel #Israeli
Mogadishu, January 01, 2026 - The Diaspora Affairs Department (DAD) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation organized an open discussion on Thursday on the role of the Somali diaspora in defending national sovereignty.
The discussion addressed Israel’s illegal decision to recognize the Somaliland region in northwestern Somalia, a move viewed as undermining Somalia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Hamza Adan Haadoow, opened the session, reaffirming that Israel’s decision has no legal effect and emphasizing the importance of national unity and social cohesion as fundamental pillars in safeguarding the country’s constitutional integrity.
Participants, including members of the Somali diaspora and Somali intellectuals, highlighted the value of unity, coordinated advocacy, and peaceful engagement, and discussed ways overseas Somali communities can contribute to strengthening cohesion and supporting official positions through lawful and constructive means.
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Waaxda Warbaahinta
Communications Department
#Somalia #Somali #Mogadishu #Somaliland #Israel #Israeli
Somali FM Discusses with Indonesian Counterpart to Uphold Somalia’s Sovereignty
Mogadishu, January 05, 2026 - The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held a telephone conversation on Monday with his counterpart, H.E. Sugiono, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the friendly Republic of Indonesia, and discussed with him the significance of upholding and backing the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national unity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.
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Waaxda Warbaahinta
Communications Department
#Somalia #Somali #Indonesia # Indonesian
Mogadishu, January 05, 2026 - The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held a telephone conversation on Monday with his counterpart, H.E. Sugiono, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the friendly Republic of Indonesia, and discussed with him the significance of upholding and backing the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and national unity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.
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Waaxda Warbaahinta
Communications Department
#Somalia #Somali #Indonesia # Indonesian
Press Statement (for immediate release)
Mogadishu, Somalia
January 06, 2026
The Federal Republic of Somalia reaffirms its firm and consistent adherence to the one-China principle. Somalia recognizes that there is only one China in the world, that Taiwan is an inalienable part of the territory of the People’s Republic of China, and that the Government of the People’s Republic of China is the sole legitimate government representing China in its entirety. The question of Taiwan is an internal matter of China. In this regard, Somalia reaffirms its firm and consistent adherence to the One-China Principle. Somalia resolutely supports China’s efforts toward national reunification and steadfastly upholds the legitimacy, validity, and authority of United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758.
The Federal Republic of Somalia further underscores that peace and stability are best preserved through respect for sovereignty and non-interference in internal affairs in accordance with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter, and mutual respect.
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Mogadishu, Somalia
January 06, 2026
The Federal Republic of Somalia reaffirms its firm and consistent adherence to the one-China principle. Somalia recognizes that there is only one China in the world, that Taiwan is an inalienable part of the territory of the People’s Republic of China, and that the Government of the People’s Republic of China is the sole legitimate government representing China in its entirety. The question of Taiwan is an internal matter of China. In this regard, Somalia reaffirms its firm and consistent adherence to the One-China Principle. Somalia resolutely supports China’s efforts toward national reunification and steadfastly upholds the legitimacy, validity, and authority of United Nations General Assembly Resolution 2758.
The Federal Republic of Somalia further underscores that peace and stability are best preserved through respect for sovereignty and non-interference in internal affairs in accordance with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter, and mutual respect.
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Press Statement (for immediate release)
Mogadishu, Somalia
January 10, 2026
The Federal Republic of Somalia expresses its profound concern over the damage sustained by the Embassy of the brotherly State of Qatar in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, as a result of shelling, and reaffirms the fundamental principle of the inviolability of diplomatic missions under international law, emphasizing the protection of diplomatic premises and personnel.
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Mogadishu, Somalia
January 10, 2026
The Federal Republic of Somalia expresses its profound concern over the damage sustained by the Embassy of the brotherly State of Qatar in the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, as a result of shelling, and reaffirms the fundamental principle of the inviolability of diplomatic missions under international law, emphasizing the protection of diplomatic premises and personnel.
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Somalia and Rwanda Foreign Ministers Discuss Bilateral Relations
Mogadishu, Somalia | 9 June 2026
H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, held a telephone conversation with H.E. Amb. Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Rwanda.
The two ministers discussed bilateral relations and regional cooperation, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening ties between Somalia and Rwanda.
Mogadishu, Somalia | 9 June 2026
H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Somalia, held a telephone conversation with H.E. Amb. Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Rwanda.
The two ministers discussed bilateral relations and regional cooperation, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening ties between Somalia and Rwanda.
Foreign Minister H.E Abdisalam Abdi Ali Holds Telephone Conversation with Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister
Mogadishu | June 9, 2026
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held a telephone conversation with the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, to discuss ongoing efforts to secure the release of the Pakistani nationals aboard the MT Honour 25.
Minister Abdisalam reaffirmed the Somali Government’s continued commitment to supporting efforts aimed at ensuring the safety and early release of the hostages. Both ministers agreed to maintain close coordination until the matter is resolved.
The two sides also expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of Somalia-Pakistan relations and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation across areas of mutual interest.
Mogadishu | June 9, 2026
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Abdisalam Abdi Ali, held a telephone conversation with the Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, to discuss ongoing efforts to secure the release of the Pakistani nationals aboard the MT Honour 25.
Minister Abdisalam reaffirmed the Somali Government’s continued commitment to supporting efforts aimed at ensuring the safety and early release of the hostages. Both ministers agreed to maintain close coordination until the matter is resolved.
The two sides also expressed satisfaction with the positive trajectory of Somalia-Pakistan relations and reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation across areas of mutual interest.