❗️Somaliland says US recognition 'is on the horizon'

"We are a partner in security ... a partner in counter-terrorism ... a partner in safe marine routes for world trade."

Somaliland's new president Abdirahman Mohammad Abdullahi says that it is “likely” that the country will be recognized, as US president Donald Trump could be the first leader to recognise Somaliland in return for building a military base near the port of Berbera, a strategic location on the Gulf of Aden.

Project 2025, a Trump administration initiative, proposes the recognition of Somaliland as a “hedge against the US’s deteriorating position in Djibouti."

“Recognition is on the horizon,” said Abdullahi.

“It’s a matter of time. Not if, but when and who will lead the recognition of Somaliland,” he added.

Abdullahi also said that US military officials, including the Horn of Africa’s most senior officer, have recently visited the capital Hargeisa. Another Washington delegation is expected to “evaluate the asset (Berbera).”

(The Guardian)