China and Djibouti have reaffirmed Somalia’s territorial integrity and opposed international recognition of Somaliland’s independence, days after US President Donald Trump described the breakaway African territory as “a totally different country” from Somalia.
A composite photo showing Chinese President Xi Jinping, a demonstrator holding the flag of Somaliland, and U.S. President Donald Trump, highlighting growing diplomatic friction between Beijing and Washington over Red Sea strategy and Somaliland’s sovereignty. (Photos: BI Africa)
- China and Djibouti issued a joint statement reaffirming Somalia’s territorial integrity and opposing international recognition of Somaliland’s independence.
- This stance comes days after US President Donald Trump described Somaliland as distinct from Somalia, sparking celebrations in Somaliland.
- China and Djibouti signed a memorandum on security cooperation and called for freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait.
- The joint communiqué emphasized support for regional sovereignty and addressed security in the Horn of Africa and vital maritime routes.
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