Somaliland-Ethiopian Relations: Muse Bihi’s Government Should Think Twice
Ethiopia, historically known as the land of Abyssinia, is a pivotal figure in Somaliland’s long-term survival. In fact, Somaliland’s existence as an independent state and viable economic and political agent within the international system depends largely upon the support of its powerful neighbor. The...
The case for gender equality in the Muslim world
In the Muslim world, economic advancement depends upon women's empowerment.
by:Maha Akeel
Maha Akeel is the Director of the information department at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation.
"If you want to go forward, you have to give education to girls. And once you educate girls, you change...
A Window Of Diplomatic Opportunity For Somaliland, And Embarrassment Diplomatic Episode For Mogadishu Government
Written by: Awale.I. Shirwac
Somaliland must continue to seize every opportunity to ensure that other countries become aware the success story of this peaceful and democratic country and should capitalize the backdrop of this successful diplomatic ties with Guinea Conakry. Diplomatic ties, I am referring...
The world’s ‘most friendless people’ are under assault yet again
By Ishaan Tharoor
In recent days, thousands of Rohingya Muslims in Burma have made their way to neighboring Bangladesh, fleeing an aggressive Burmese military campaign that ravaged dozens of villages in the country’s restive state of Rakhine. An official from the International Organization for Migration told...
Somaliland: Citizen’s high expectations with new Government in office
Following the successful transfer of power between the two presidents in Somaliland on December 13th, 2017, it is going to be the first time that Somalilanders hear from their leaders that government officials have to register their assets as well as not be involved...
Op-Ed: Somaliland-Somalia Talks 2012-2023: An Analysis of Progress, Impasse, and Prospects for Peaceful Coexistence
By:Mohamed O. Guudle (PhD)
Introduction
The past decade has witnessed a complex dance of dialogue and divergence between Somaliland and Somalia. From initial cautious engagement in 2012 to recent high-level meetings facilitated by...
Why Somaliland Shouldn’t Accept the UAE Bid for Berbera Base
Though not internationally recognized, Somaliland has a fully functioning political system, government institutions, a police force and its own currency, Somaliland is a nation that governs itself despite lacking recognition. Geographically Somaliland locates in the horn of Africa’s most strategic landscape; it has 740...
Letter to President of Somaliland: “The Unity Is the Only Cure to Heal Our Nation!”
Written by: Eng. Hussein Adan Igeh (Deyr)
Your Excellency Mr. President, UNITY IS AN ESSENTIAL INGREDIENT THAT CEMENTS PEOPLE’S TOGETHERNESS AND SENSE OF NATIONHOOD OF ANY GIVEN NATION. UNITY bridges up civic relations and creates an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, civic...
The Role of Somaliland House of Representatives to Combat Corruption Is Very Disappointing
The legislative body of any state plays a fundamental role in the fight against corruption. The House of representative has an essential responsibility in its role for combating corruption in all its forms, especially in public existence and has also a supervisory role to...
Taiwan needs WHO, WHO also needs Taiwan
By Ambassador Allen C. Lou Taiwan Representative Office in the Republic of Somaliland
During the COVID-19 pandemic, Taiwan effectively mitigated the spread of the disease, leveraging its comprehensive public healthcare system, well-trained anti-pandemic personnel, and epidemiological surveillance,...
