Somalia on Thursday announced the restoration of diplomatic relations with Kenya after mediation by Qatar, state media said.
Somalia cut ties with Kenya in December 15, 2020 after accusing Nairobi of interference in its internal affairs.
“The two governments agree to keep friendly relations between the two countries on the basis of principles of mutual respect for sovereignty and territorial integrity, non-interference in each other internal affairs, equality, mutual benefit and peaceful co-existence,” the Somalia National News Agency reported.
"The Presidents of both countries are grateful and thankful to the Emir of State of Qatar for his good offices in this regard," it said.