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Horn Region & Beyond on Fire for Delaying Somaliland’s Recognition

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Horn Region & Beyond on Fire for Delaying Somaliland's Recognition

Somaliland is a victim of its own success in promoting democracy and peace in the region and establishing ties with Taiwan and the United States.
Somaliland is a victim of its own success in maintaining peace in the region by providing free border security for neighboring countries, offering protection for ships traveling through its sea, and not allowing piracy and terrorist organizations to establish bases in Somaliland. Continue reading “Horn Region & Beyond on Fire for Delaying Somaliland’s Recognition” →

US Navy Seals Trainees Aiding Al-Shabab in the Eastern Somaliland Conflict

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US Navy Seals Trainees Aiding Al-Shabab in the Eastern Somaliland Conflict

The uprising that began in Las Anod in response to recent extrajudicial deaths and later expanded into a larger movement for locals’ concerns about the Somaliland government’s executive branch has exposed how the US policy of “One Somalia” is out of touch with local reality as well as the covert relationship and cooperation between the ragtag military of South Somalia and the terrorist organization Al-Shabaab. Continue reading “US Navy Seals Trainees Aiding Al-Shabab in the Eastern Somaliland Conflict” →

The Win-win Solution to Las Anod Crisis

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The Win-win Solution to Las Anod Crisis

Can war be the solution to bring peace in certain instances? History appears to answer this provocative question with a heretical yes.

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How Somaliland Navigated Democracy, Development, & State-building without Recognition

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How Somaliland Navigated Democracy, Development, & State-building without Recognition

The Republic of Somaliland is a de facto sovereign state in the Horn of Africa. Declaring independence from Somalia in 1991, Somaliland is a self-governing country, with democratic elections and a distinct history, but it’s still considered part of Somalia by the international community. Continue reading “How Somaliland Navigated Democracy, Development, & State-building without Recognition” →

The Discovery of Oil Raises the Stakes in Somaliland Independence

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The Discovery of Oil Raises the Stakes in Somaliland Independence

Geological conditions seem to support the view that there are likely to be commercially viable deposits in the region. Whether they prove close to estimates remains unknown at this stage. Continue reading “The Discovery of Oil Raises the Stakes in Somaliland Independence” →

Position Paper: Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)

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Position Paper: Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Somaliland is a beacon of hope in a region riddled with dictators, civil wars and terrorist organizations. However, the recurrent killings in Las Anod region, has been a thorn on the side of the peace loving Somalilanders. Continue reading “Position Paper: Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)” →

President Bihi’s Remarks on Las Anod

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President Bihi’s Remarks on Las Anod

We have just concluded a meeting attended by leaders of the Guurti (Upper House), the Parliament (Lower House), all Security Agencies, and relevant members of the Ministerial Council, as well as other prominent figures who are well informed about the situation of Las Anod Continue reading “President Bihi’s Remarks on Las Anod” →

SSG Still Issuing Meaningless Protests Regarding Somaliland Issues

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SSG Still Issuing Meaningless Protests Regarding Somaliland Issues

Instead of organizing its own house, the South Somalia Government (SSG) continues to be focused with face-saving tales about what is outside of its jurisdiction. This way of thinking demonstrates the extreme incompetence and ignorance on the part of that government officials. Continue reading “SSG Still Issuing Meaningless Protests Regarding Somaliland Issues” →

Was Djibouti Saved by the Wisdom of Late Egal?

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Was Djibouti Saved by the Wisdom of Late Egal?

It is beyond a shadow of a doubt that Djibouti’s decision to go solo in order to preserve its sovereignty and statehood was motivated by the treatment Somaliland experienced from the union that sought “Greater Somalia” on July 1, 1960. Continue reading “Was Djibouti Saved by the Wisdom of Late Egal?” →

Somaliland: The Ancient Fair Festival of Berbera

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Somaliland: The Ancient Fair Festival of Berbera

Berbera, a city located on the coast of the Republic of Somaliland, is a place with a long and fascinating history. For centuries, it has been a hub of economic and cultural exchange, attracting traders and visitors from across the region and beyond. One of the most significant events in Berbera’s history was the annual fair festival, a major event that took place from at least the 1st century until the late 19th or early 20th century Continue reading “Somaliland: The Ancient Fair Festival of Berbera” →