China slams Israel recognizing Somaliland as 'foreign interference'

(Did China oppose the creation of South Sudan or Rojava or the breakup of Yugoslavia?) 

from Daily Sabah

China on Monday joined a growing list of countries opposing Israel’s recognition of Somaliland, with Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian saying Beijing is concerned by the move and firmly rejects it.

Recalling rejection and condemnation of the move by various nations and multinational blocs, Lin said China "firmly supports Somalia’s sovereignty, reunification, and territorial integrity," as Somaliland is an "inalienable part" of the country.

Beijing opposes any move that splits Somalia’s territory. The Somaliland question is entirely Somalia’s internal affair and should be resolved by the Somalian people in a way that fits Somalia’s national conditions.

Lin said countries "outside the region should stop inappropriate interference. No country should aid and abet separatist forces in other countries for its own selfish gains."...

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