Category: Governance

Somaliland Presidential & Parties Elections Set for November 13, 2024

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Somaliland Presidential & Parties Elections Set for November 13, 2024

November 13, 2024, is the date set for presidential and political party elections, according to a Saturday announcement made by the Somaliland Electoral Commission (NEC) Continue reading “Somaliland Presidential & Parties Elections Set for November 13, 2024” →

Clarifying Historical Realities: Somaliland’s Right to Unilateral Agreements

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Clarifying Historical Realities: Somaliland's Right to Unilateral Agreements

Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG) Continue reading “Clarifying Historical Realities: Somaliland’s Right to Unilateral Agreements” →

Another Cabinet Members Reshuffle in Somaliland

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Another Cabinet Members Reshuffle in Somaliland

On Sunday, December 10, Somaliland’s president – H.E. Musa Bihi Abdi – announced significant cabinet changes with the goal of improving his performance as a president. It is anticipated that this reshuffle will happen right away. Continue reading “Another Cabinet Members Reshuffle in Somaliland” →

Sahrawi Arab Republic & Somaliland: The Struggle for Recognition

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Sahrawi Arab Republic & Somaliland: The Struggle for Recognition

Policy Insights of South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA) Continue reading “Sahrawi Arab Republic & Somaliland: The Struggle for Recognition” →

PM Abiy Ahmed: “It Is Impossible For 150 Million People To Be Without Port”

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PM Abiy Ahmed: “It Is Impossible For 150 Million People To Be Without Port”

“Zeila in Somaliland in historical context during the Ifat kingdom and proximity is an option”

In a televised speech addressed to Ethiopian law makers, and in what appears to be his first ever open comment on the issue of the Red sea, PM Abiy Ahmed said access to the port is an existential matter for Ethiopia and that Ethiopians should at least start discussing the red sea. Continue reading “PM Abiy Ahmed: “It Is Impossible For 150 Million People To Be Without Port”” →

Somaliland: High Court Rejects NEC’s Judicial Review

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Somaliland: High Court Rejects NEC's Judicial Review

In regards to laws, the Supreme Court does not give legal advice, but rather have a role in interpreting the laws. Continue reading “Somaliland: High Court Rejects NEC’s Judicial Review” →

IGAD Resolution on Las Anod Conflict Reflects Somaliland Position

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IGAD Resolution on Las Anod Conflict Reflects the Somaliland Position

The 14th Ordinary Session of the IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government was held on Monday, 12th June 2023, in the Republic of Djibouti Continue reading “IGAD Resolution on Las Anod Conflict Reflects Somaliland Position” →

Solely Entrusting Quest for Recognition to Government Party Failed the Somaliland Case

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Solely Entrusting Quest for Recognition to Government Party Failed the Somaliland Case

Somaliland, which was previously known as British Somaliland Protectorate, gained its independence from Britain on June 26, 1960, and immediately joined with Italian Somaliland to form the Somali Republic. However, the union between the two territories was short-lived and failed to effectively unite the Somali people. Continue reading “Solely Entrusting Quest for Recognition to Government Party Failed the Somaliland Case” →

US Congressional Staffer: “China is Out to Disrupt Peace in Somaliland”

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US Congressional Staffer: ``China is Out to Disrupt Peace in Somaliland``

Piero Tozzi is the Staff Director of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China. His previous positions include Republican Staff Director of the bipartisan Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and Staff Director and Counsel for the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations. Continue reading “US Congressional Staffer: “China is Out to Disrupt Peace in Somaliland”” →

Somaliland US Partnership Act Finally En Route to White House

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Somaliland US Partnership Act Finally En Route to White House

Congress is currently seeking to reconcile House and Senate versions of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) prior to sending it to President Joe Biden for signature. For the first time, the tiny unrecognized nation of Somaliland is on the agenda. It is long past time. Continue reading “Somaliland US Partnership Act Finally En Route to White House” →