Joint Communiqué of the Tripartite Summit Between the State of Eritrea, the Arab Republic of Egypt, and the Federal Republic of Somalia
At the invitation of His Excellency President Isaias Afwerki of Eritrea, His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt, and His Excellency President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of Somalia, a Tripartite Summit was convened today October 10, 2024, in Asmara, Eritrea. The leaders engaged in extensive and productive consultations on vital regional and international issues of mutual concern.
The Heads of State:
1. Discussed the imperative of adhering to the basic principles and pillars of international law as the foundation for regional stability and cooperation. They emphasized the need for unequivocal respect for the sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of the countries in the region. They also stressed the importance of confronting any interference in the internal affairs of regional countries under any pretext or justification. Furthermore, they underlined the importance of coordinating joint efforts to ensure regional stability and creating a conducive environment for joint and sustainable development.
2. Agreed to develop and deepen cooperation and coordination between the three countries to enhance the capabilities of Somali state institutions. This includes enabling the Somali National Federal Army to combat terrorism in all its forms, protect its land and maritime borders, and safeguard its territorial integrity.
3. Discussed in depth and reached consensus on the following key issues:
– The crisis in Sudan and its regional repercussions;
– The situation in Somalia in light of recent regional developments;
– Security and cooperation among the Littoral States of the Red Sea and the Bab al-Mandab Strait, recognizing its utmost importance as a critical maritime route;
– Modalities for diplomatic coordination and joint efforts between Eritrea, Egypt, and Somalia.
4. Welcomed the efforts made by the State of Eritrea and the Arab Republic of Egypt in supporting stability in the brotherly State of Somalia. They also commended the offer of the Arab Republic of Egypt to contribute forces within the framework of peacekeeping efforts in Somalia, to further support regional security and stability.
5. Agreed to establish a Joint Tripartite Committee composed of the Foreign Ministers of Eritrea, Egypt, and Somalia to promote strategic cooperation across all fields, with the aim of strengthening political, security, and economic relations.
