UK statement on Ethiopia–Somalia relations

UK statement on the agreement reached between Ethiopia and Somalia

A FCDO spokesperson said:

The UK welcomes the agreement reached in Ankara on 11 December between the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia and the Federal Republic of Somalia, reaffirming their commitment to one another's sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity.

The UK supports all steps to promote cooperation, stability, development, and shared prosperity in the Horn of Africa. We welcome Türkiye's mediation and the participation from all sides which has led to this agreement.

The UK, as a long-standing partner in the region, will continue to work closely with Ethiopia and Somalia, including Somaliland, in the pursuit of these objectives.