Somali Ambassador’s Misleading Claims Regarding Possible US Recognition of Somaliland
Amid reports that President-elect Donald Trump’s administration may consider recognizing the self-governing coastal region of Somaliland as independent from Somalia, Somali Ambassador to the United States Dahir Hassan Abdi wrote an op-ed arguing that the US should support a unified Somali state. Continue reading “Somali Ambassador’s Misleading Claims Regarding Possible US Recognition of Somaliland”
Outlining A Comprehensive Foreign Policy Vision for the New Admin Under President-elect H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Cirro”
“Re-imagining Somaliland Foreign Policy: A Vision for Sovereignty, Security, and Prosperity”
Somaliland stands at a critical juncture in its history. Decades of resilience, meticulous state-building, and a commitment to democratic governance have positioned it as a beacon of stability in the often turbulent Horn of Africa. While the region grapples with conflicts, fragile states, and authoritarian regimes, Somaliland has charted an extraordinary path, characterized by grassroots peace-building, credible elections, and a functioning governance structure. Continue reading “Outlining A Comprehensive Foreign Policy Vision for the New Admin Under President-elect H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Cirro””
Presidential Election will Bolster Somaliland’s Determination to Gain Recognition
On November 13, the 1.5 million registered voters of Somaliland Republic in the volatile Horn of Africa region went to the polls to elect a new leader.
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The Predicament Somalia Is In
Navigating the diplomatic complexities between Somalia and Ethiopia is like balancing on a tightrope, where allies, adversaries, and interests converge in intricate ways. There are 16 facts highlighting key regional and global dynamics that influence the ongoing “Ethiopian access to the sea” debate, impacting the relations between Ethiopia and Somalia. Continue reading “The Predicament Somalia Is In”
Somalia and Somaliland’s Conflict Spilled Over into the Private Sector
Somalia says it will make good its threat of punishing corporate bodies labeling or operating as though Somaliland is independent territory. Continue reading “Somalia and Somaliland’s Conflict Spilled Over into the Private Sector”
Gavin Williamson, the former UK Defense Secretary, has been a vocal ally of Somaliland recognition for a long time. In 2022, he tabled a bill in the UK Parliament requiring the government to recognize Somaliland as a sovereign state. The bill was not passed, yet it created a ton of conversation and discussion about the issue.
Williamson has contended that Somaliland meets all the criteria for statehood, and that acknowledgment would have various advantages for both Somaliland and the UK. He has likewise said that the UK has an ethical commitment to recognize Somaliland, given its colonial history of British protectorate that spanned for 75 years prior to independence in 1960.
Williamson’s efforts to promote Somaliland recognition have been praised by many people, but they have also been criticized by some.
Regardless of the criticism, Williamson has kept on advocating for Somaliland recognition. He believes that it is the correct thing to do, and that it would be in the best interests of both Somaliland and the UK
Williamson has made enormous efforts promoting Somaliland recognition:
Williamson’s efforts have helped raise awareness of Somaliland and the issue of recognition. They have also put pressure on the UK government to reconsider its position on Somaliland. It remains to be seen whether Williamson’s efforts will be successful, but he has certainly made a significant contribution to the cause of Somaliland recognition.