Somaliland Rejects Somali Government's Remarks on Diplomats and Elections

Hargeisa(Mogadishu24)-The breakaway republic of Somaliland has strongly condemned remarks made by Somalia’s Foreign Minister, Ahmed Moallim Fiqi, regarding to foreign diplomats observing Somaliland’s elections in November 13.

Somaliland dismissed Fiqi’s comments as "unfounded and inflammatory," emphasizing its sovereignty and commitment to democratic values.

“The Government of the Republic of Somaliland strongly refutes the unfounded and inflammatory comments made by the so-called 'Foreign Minister' of the Mogadishu administration regarding Somaliland's free elections and the democratic process," the statement read.

Somaliland accused Fiqi of hostility toward its people and lack of understanding of Somaliland’s dedication to peace and stability.

Somaliland also criticized Fiqi’s comments on foreign diplomats, particularly his targeting of international observers who praised Somaliland’s electoral process.

“His threat towards international diplomats—who rightly praised the Somaliland electoral process—is undiplomatic and profoundly ignorant,” the statement continued. It emphasized that Somaliland operates independently and does not seek validation from Somalia’s government.