By Jamal Abdi Since Somaliland unilaterally declared independence in May 1991, the unrecognized state has established a democratic track record which only a few countries in the developing world can …
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The rare opportunity to deepen US-Somaliland ties and the obstacles stand therein
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterBy Maxwell Webb On November 13, Somalilanders voted in their fourth presidential election since the self-governing region of Somaliland declared its independence from Somalia in 1991. In the end, Somaliland rejected incumbent President …
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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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Somaliland to solidify ties with Taiwan
by SL Reporterby SL ReporterSomaliland’s new president, Abdirahi Mohamed Abdullahi, favors the continued development of close ties to Taiwan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said Friday. While the two countries did not maintain official …