By: Andrew Korybko Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan defied expectations by getting Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and Somalian President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud (HSM) to agree to a joint declaration for resolving their …
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U.S. congressman introduces bill to recognize Somaliland as an independent state
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterA Republican-sponsored resolution seeking U.S. recognition of Somaliland as an independent state has been introduced in the House Foreign Affairs Committee. The proposal, H.R. 10402, submitted by Congressman Scott Perry …
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Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilaahi (Cirro) chaired his first cabinet meeting on Sunday, a day after he named the ministers. The meeting held at the Presidential palace was also attended …
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Somaliland and its case for statehood
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Hafed Al-Ghwell Recently, whispers of Somaliland’s impending recognition as an independent state have grown louder. Credible assertions are rife that the incoming administration in the US is not opposed …
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Irro’s new cabinet representing the face of Somaliland
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterSomaliland president today announced his cabinet just two days after he was inaugurated to take over the country’s leadership. The cabinet will comprise of 28 members and represents the face …
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Ethiopia-Somalia Deal: Breakthrough or Betrayal?
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterEthiopia has remained silent about the Ankara Declaration, which ended hostility between Ethiopia and Somalia and paved the way to discuss cooperation, including on access to the sea. No official …
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Geopolitical Rivalries in the Horn of Africa
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Fathi Jama Tensions have escalated following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Ethiopia and Somaliland in January 2024, granting Ethiopia access to the Red Sea in exchange for …
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Irro holds key meeting with UK envoy
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterThe president of Somaliland Mr. Abdirahman Maxamed Cabdilaahi (Cirro) has thanked the United Kingdom for its continued support of the country. Irro held a special meeting with the ambassador of …
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US to enhance bilateral relations with Somaliland after smooth transition
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterU.S. Ambassador Richard H. Riley has congratulated Somaliland for a peaceful transition in the country’s leadership that ushered in new President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro on December 12. Riley who …
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Irro officially takes over Somaliland leadership with promise to uplift economy and push for recognition
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterFighting corruption, improving the economy and reducing poverty will be the key areas newly inaugurated Somaliland president Abdirahman looks to tackle in his leadership. At the same time, Irro who …