Bosaso Port Dispute Reignites as Traders Say DP World Failed to Honor Fee Agreement

Bosaso (WDN) – Just days after authorities announced a breakthrough in the long-running dispute over port charges at Bosaso Port, the controversy has unexpectedly flared up again, with traders accusing DP World of failing to implement the agreement that many believed had finally brought the crisis to an end.

The renewed disagreement has come as a surprise to the business community, which had welcomed last week’s announcement as a significant step toward restoring confidence and stability at Puntland’s principal commercial gateway. However, several Bosaso traders now insist that the underlying dispute remains unresolved.

In a joint statement, representatives of the business community alleged that DP World has continued to impose the same disputed MT/CBM port handling charges despite the recently announced agreement with the Puntland government. They claim they have effectively been compelled to pay the very fees they had challenged throughout the dispute.

The traders argued that the agreement has yet to be reflected in practice, raising fresh questions about its implementation and enforcement. Seeking greater transparency, the business community called for an immediate review of the MT/CBM tariff system introduced by DP World at Bosaso Port. They also urged Puntland authorities to require the company to publicly explain the basis, methodology, and justification for the new fee structure.