On April 11, Ukraine officially established diplomatic relations with Somalia, announced Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha.

Source: Sybiha's post on platform X

Direct quote from Sybiha: "We have officially established diplomatic relations with Somalia. I signed the relevant protocol with Somalia's Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Ali Mohamed Omar."

Details: This took place in Turkey during the Antalya Diplomatic Forum.

"We also discussed ways to enhance our cooperation. Ukraine is providing assistance to Somalia under the "Grain from Ukraine" initiative and is ready to continue strengthening the country's food security. We appreciate Somalia's support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity," Sybiha concluded.