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Somalia has announced the severing of diplomatic ties with West African country Guinea. The decision was announced in Mogadishu today after a cabinet meeting. The development is linked to relations between Guinea and Somaliland the semi-autonomous region of Somalia of Somaliland flew to Conakry earlier this week according to officials on official invitation from the president of Guinea, Alpha Conde.
Foreign Minister of Somalia Ahmed Isse Awad whiles announcing the decision also cautioned other countries against violating the sovereignty and unity of Somalia.
Somaliland has been engaging various Countries like Ethiopia, the UAE, Djibouti and various International Organizations and agencies, and has established, successful Bilateral Agreements that have paved way for development and mutual benefit of Somaliland and its Partners. However, Somalia has continually protested and complained with regards to Somaliland’s engagements.