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Ending War: Lessons from Somaliland

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Ending War: Lessons from Somaliland

Richard Iron CMG OBE in conversation with Dr Sarah Phillips.

In a region long beset by political strife and inter-state rivalries, Somaliland stands out as a beacon of hope in the Horn of Africa – stable, relatively democratic and broadly functional.

Unlike neighboring Somalia, from which it declared unilateral independence in 1991, Somaliland received little of the international aid and support that post-conflict zones typically attract. Continue reading “Ending War: Lessons from Somaliland” →

Taiwan Breaks Through China’s “Horn-digging” Offensive with Somaliland Ties

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Taiwan Breaks Through China's ``Horn-digging`` Offensive with Somaliland Ties

As China has continuously blocked Taiwan’s international space in recent years and “poached” the friendship with Taiwan, the representative office of Taiwan’s “Somaliland Republic” in Africa officially opened on Monday (August 17). Soon, Somaliland representative office in Taipei will also open. Continue reading “Taiwan Breaks Through China’s “Horn-digging” Offensive with Somaliland Ties” →

Will the US Engage with Somaliland to Deliver Its Commitment in Taipei ACT

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Will the US Engage with Somaliland to Deliver Its Commitment in Taipei ACT

An ingenious piece of legislation, known as US Taipei Act 2019, recently passed by the United States congress clearly shows its commitment and dedication for supporting Taiwan and her allies in different ways. The Chinese government, which claims Taiwan as a territory of its own, has vehemently opposed it for not only it undermines its well-financed and orchestrated campaign of isolating Taiwan diplomatically, but also it stands in the way of her one China principle. Continue reading “Will the US Engage with Somaliland to Deliver Its Commitment in Taipei ACT” →

Somaliland: The Burial Site for China’s Bullying

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Somaliland: The Burial Site for China's Bullying

The rising reputation of the Somaliland Republic as a functioning and viable state is beyond the bullying, the persuasion, and the pressure of China’s Dollar Diplomacy as the supreme decision makers and the ultimate driving force behind that success, in its entirety, rests with the Somaliland people, unlike many countries in Africa – a concept that is foreign to Beijing. Continue reading “Somaliland: The Burial Site for China’s Bullying” →

Key Projects Starving for Optimized FDI Policy in Somaliland

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Key Projects Starving for Optimized FDI Policy in Somaliland

There are a quite few key projects, institutions, and associations that are critical for a meaningful economic growth in Somaliland that demand an optimization of Somaliland national policy for Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in the light of recent partnership and alliance with Taiwan. FDI plays a vital role in sustaining a viable  domestic economy. In Asia, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Vietnam are the emerging economic powers that continued to attract significant amounts of foreign investment due to refining their foreign investment policy, and Somaliland should model after them. Continue reading “Key Projects Starving for Optimized FDI Policy in Somaliland” →

US Taipei Act may Reward Somaliland with Recognition Soon

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US Taipei Act may Reward Somaliland with Recognition Soon

The Red Sea region of the Horn of Africa is an important gateway to world trade and security, as well as an important theater in crippling the activities of international terrorism. The world powers such as the USA and China, while protecting their interests passing through there, are paying particular attention to the situations prevailing in the countries adjacent to that marine route. Continue reading “US Taipei Act may Reward Somaliland with Recognition Soon” →

Somaliland President & Parties Leadership must Nominate Competent Candidates

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Somaliland President & Parties Leadership must Nominate Competent Candidates

First and foremost, congratulations to the Somaliland president and the leadership of the national opposition political parties – UCID and WADANI – on their ongoing efforts to iron out all the obstacles and impediments preventing the holding of national parliamentary and local municipalities elections, and also resolving all disputes that may have contributed to the unprecedented delay in conducting those elections. Continue reading “Somaliland President & Parties Leadership must Nominate Competent Candidates” →

Theme of an Event Commemorating Somaliland at 60: Past successes & Promising Future

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Theme of an Event Commemorating Somaliland at 60: Past successes & Promising Future

Commemorating Somaliland after 60 years of independence, we shall host a webinar to discuss the state of affairs of the Republic of Somaliland. Continue reading “Theme of an Event Commemorating Somaliland at 60: Past successes & Promising Future” →

The Foreign Desk: What are Somaliland & Somalia Discussing in Djibouti?

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The Foreign Desk: What are Somaliland & Somalia Discussing in Djibouti?

As Somalia conducts talks with the unrecognized government of breakaway region Somaliland, Andrew Mueller asks if Somaliland’s time might be coming. Continue reading “The Foreign Desk: What are Somaliland & Somalia Discussing in Djibouti?” →

Bihi Stressed Precedents for Somaliland Sovereignty at Djibouti Summit

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Bihi Stressed Precedents for Somaliland Sovereignty at Djibouti Summit

President Bihi offered well articulated speech on Somaliland’s position, and her case for statehood at the summit between Somaliland & Somalia in Djibouti, at a time when international attention is on the first official and publicized meeting between the two leaders Continue reading “Bihi Stressed Precedents for Somaliland Sovereignty at Djibouti Summit” →