Dangerous Precedent |
Pakistan’s categorical rejection of attempts to undermine Somalia’s sovereignty, following reports of Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, is both timely and necessary. By reiterating its support for Somalia’s territorial integrity and unity, Islamabad has aligned itself with a principle that underpins international order: borders are not to be redrawn at the convenience of external actors or short-term strategic bargains.
The position taken is not merely diplomatic posturing. Somalia’s fragility is the product of decades of conflict, foreign intervention, and institutional erosion. Any move that lends legitimacy to secessionist entities—particularly without broad international consensus—risks reopening old wounds and creating new fault........