Cyprus backs EU appeal to uphold Somalia’s sovereignty

The foreign ministry on Tuesday joined the EU in calling for respect for Somalia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, reiterating its commitment for peace building measures in the region.

“[The Republic of Cyprus] aligns itself with the EU’s call for respect for the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia and underlines its position that Somaliland remains an integral part of the Federal Republic of Somalia,” the ministry said.

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