Somalia and Ethiopia have agreed on a joint declaration to resolve their dispute over the breakaway Somaliland region and Ethiopia’s push for sea access. Turkish President Erdogan announced the breakthrough after talks between Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed in Ankara, calling it a ‘historic reconciliation.’ Erdogan expressed hope that the deal would mark a ‘new beginning’ based on peace and cooperation, ultimately ensuring Ethiopia gains sea access. 

Major breakthrough in Ankara: Ethiopia’s Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somalia’s President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud agree to resolve their dispute and continue technical talks. Turkish President Erdogan hails it as a ‘historic agreement’ and a step toward restoring the longstanding diplomatic ties and security cooperation between the two nations.