Summary According to Foreign Office, the participating countries described the Israeli action as a violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia
ISLAMABAD (Dunya News) - Pakistan, along with 11 other countries, has strongly condemned Israel’s appointment of a diplomatic representative in Somaliland, issuing a joint statement against the move.
According to a spokesperson for Pakistan’s Foreign Office, the participating countries described the Israeli action as a violation of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Somalia.
The Foreign Office stated that any attempt to recognize Somaliland has been rejected, with foreign ministers taking a clear stance against unilateral measures.
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— Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Pakistan (@ForeignOfficePk) April 18, 2026
Joint Statement on Israel’s announcement of the appointment of a diplomatic representative to the so-called “Somaliland”
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The spokesperson reaffirmed full support for Somalia’s unity and sovereignty, calling Israel’s move a blatant violation of international law.
The statement further noted that Pakistan and other countries highlighted breaches of the United Nations Charter and the principles of the African Union, warning that such actions set a dangerous precedent for regional peace and stability.
