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Antony Blinken Avoiding China’s Sparked African Proxy War in Somaliland

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Antony Blinken Avoiding China's Sparked African Proxy War in Somaliland

Fighting continues in Somaliland’s Sool district. Americans may yawn and dismiss the fighting that began in late December as just another conflict in a dusty African corner. Such casual dismissal of Africa is not only wrong strategically (and a bit racist), but it also misreads the importance of the escalating fight. Continue reading “Antony Blinken Avoiding China’s Sparked African Proxy War in Somaliland” →

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” →

Time for US Military Drills in Somaliland for the Horn of Africa

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Time for US Military Drills in Somaliland for the Horn of Africa

The Pentagon’s calendar is replete with regular military exercises. Every two years, for example, thousands of American military personnel from almost every service branch descend on Egypt for Bright Star. What began in 1980 with Egyptian, American, and a few Sudanese troops rubbing elbows, today includes 20 other countries from across the Middle East, Eastern Mediterranean, and Africa. Continue reading “Time for US Military Drills in Somaliland for the Horn of Africa” →

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” →

Taiwan provides funding to healthcare project in Somaliland

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Taiwan provides funding to healthcare project in Somaliland

Taiwan on Monday (Oct. 3) provided funds from the Maternal and Infant Health Care Improvement Project to Somaliland, allowing the East African nation to purchase urgently needed medical equipment. Continue reading “Taiwan provides funding to healthcare project in Somaliland” →