The East African Community (EAC) has reaffirmed its firm support for the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia aligning itself with long-standing African Union principles and the international law.

According to a statement made by the EAC Secretariat in Arusha on December 28, 2025, the regional bloc pointed out that Somalia is not a country but one unified state under the rule of its federal government.

The EAC made it clear that it fully recognises Somalia as one sovereign country dismissing any actions or narratives that may undermine its unity.

The notice said ,”the East African Community (EAC) recognises the Federal Republic of Somalia as a single sovereign state under the authority of the government of the Federal Republic of Somalia.”

This statement strengthens the internationally recognised status of Somalia and solidifies the validity of federal institutions in Somalia.

Alignment With African Union Position

The regional bloc also observed that its position was in line with the legal and political structure of the African Union, especially the Constitutive Act of the African Union and other decisions on state sovereignty.

“The EAC notes and aligns with the position expressed by the African Union as reflected in the Constitutive Act of the African Union and pertinent rulings of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia.”

This agreement highlights the continental solidarity on the importance of honoring inherited colonial boundaries as well as avoiding disintegration of African states.

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Boarders Inherited at Independence Reaffirmed

The EAC also used its original forming treaty to reaffirm internationally recognised borders of Somalia.

“In accordance with the Treaty on the Establishment of the East African Community, the EAC acknowledges the Federal Republic of Somalia with its borders inherited at independence.”

This statement echoes one of the fundamental principles of African diplomacy, which is to maintain stability and prevent border conflicts.

Appeal to the Respect of Law and Diplomacy

It is in this context that the EAC, in its final recommendations, called upon all stakeholders, both regional and internationa,l to work within the legal frameworks when dealing with Somalia.

“The EAC calls for respect for the unity and territorial integrity of the Federal Republic of Somalia and urges all stakeholders to act within established regional and international legal frameworks relating to sovereignty and territorial integrity of states.”

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A Strong Regional Message

The statement sends a clear political message at a time when the problems of recognition, sovereignty, and territorial claims are still prickly issues in the Horn of Africa.

By once again declaring Somalia a unified nation, the EAC positions itself as a defender of regional stability and international norms.

The Secretariat of the EAC signed the notice in Arusha, marking a decisive and unified regional stance on Somalia’s territorial integrity.

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President Hassan S Mohamud of Somalia during the 23rd Ordinary Summit of the EAC Heads of State
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