China has strongly opposed Israel's recent recognition of Somaliland as an independent state, emphasizing its support for Somalia's territorial integrity. The Chinese foreign ministry warned against foreign involvement in internal separatist movements and called on Somaliland to cease its push for independence. Israel's recognition marks the first time a country has formally acknowledged Somaliland, which has operated autonomously since 1991 but lacks international recognition. Somalia denounced Israel's move as a violation of its sovereignty, while South Africa called on the global community to support a unified and stable Somalia.