The three leaders, during the summit in Asmara, emphasized the necessity of enhancing cooperation to foster regional security as Somalia faces persistent threats from the al-Shabab group. They stressed the criticality of maintaining the sovereignty and territorial integrity of their nations while combatting any form of interference in their internal matters. This aligns with their broader goal of achieving a stable environment conducive to sustainable development within the Horn of Africa.
Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki, alongside Egyptian leader Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Somalia's Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, committed to a security strategy that includes bolstering military collaboration. This approach aims to tackle terrorism comprehensively and safeguard their respective borders. However, this agreement holds potential ramifications for Ethiopia, whose military presence in Somalia is linked to its ongoing conflicts with Mogadishu, particularly regarding economic interests in Somaliland.
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