Somalia’s Cabinet on Monday announced the annulment of all agreements with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including those involving federal institutions, affiliated entities, and member states operating within the country.
In a statement, the Council of Ministers said the decision covers all cooperative arrangements related to the ports of Berbera, Bosaso, and Kismayo, as well as existing bilateral agreements on security and defense.
The government said the move follows “careful assessment of recent developments” and is based on evidence of actions considered harmful to Somalia’s independence, national unity, and political sovereignty.
“These actions contravene the fundamental principles of sovereignty, non-interference, and respect for constitutional order,” the Cabinet said, citing international and regional frameworks including the United Nations Charter, the African Union Constitutive Act, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Charter, and the Arab League Charter.
The statement added that the decision reflects the will of the Somali people, who have consistently expressed support for the country’s unity and constitutional foundations.
The government reiterated its commitment to protecting Somalia’s sovereignty and called on international partners to respect the country’s territorial integrity and constitutional order.
