Mogadishu's favourite talking point is that Somaliland is Isaq dominated and a single clan cannot become a nation-state.
Reality is that Somaliland is a multi-clan state and has historically done more to become more inclusive than any Somali polity in the Horn.
The Isaq are the dominant clan because of demography not because they 'own' the state.
The Isaq were the central force that drove Somaliland's war of liberation, helped reclaim its independence and contributed to its state-building.
Those who demonise the Isaq conveniently forget the clan's contribution to build a democratic state, inclusive and pluralistic society.
The notion Somaliland is single clan aristocracy is a caricature
Dahir Riyale Kahin (Somaliland's 3rd President) was a Gadabursi from Awdal and not an Isaq.
If it did that when it was a young democracy it surely could do the same now.
Look at every Somali polity and show me one single Somali state whose early state building was not driven by a 'central clan' with demographic weight, military muscle, ability to out-coerce and exert control.
The beauty of Somaliland is that it is on the right path towards becoming a strong constitutional democracy one which prioritises and privileges citizenship over clan.
Ask Balcad and Mogadishu if a Hamari, a Jareer/Bantu Somali can become president.
Zero chance. 😇
Israel broke Somaliland's political isolation, UAE broke Somaliland's economic isolation, thus Israel & the UAE have very close ties with Rep. of Somaliland.
development.
Objections raised by the administration in Mogadishu have never affected the legitimacy, autonomy, or mutually beneficial nature of this relationship.
By: Somaliland's Aviation Minister
UAE–Somaliland relations are grounded in a strategic partnership shaped by geographic realities, strong economic cooperation, and close security collaboration.
This partnership reflects shared priorities and mutual interests that contribute to egional stability and sustainable
New developments suggest the President of Somaliland is expected to visit the UNITED STATES for high-level talks at the WHITE HOUSE, including a meeting with the U.S. President. Reports indicate plans to sign the ABRAHAM ACCORDS with ISRAEL while pushing for U.S. recognition
China has detained an estimated one million Muslim people in camps and prisons in Xinjiang, Northwest China.
They are targeted for being Muslim, as the government attempts to erase their beliefs & practices. Yet again Somalia has bilateral relations with China.
hypocricy!
While Trump & Netanyahu operate from the comfort of Florida, others are confined to a tiny corner of Djibouti, the imbalance of power is obvious.
Cards may be unequal, but once the stone is rolling, no one can pretend they control its path.
@Drshakur
From a trusted sources indicates that Ethiopia is seriously considering to follow the suit and recognize Somaliland in the pursuit of Access to Red Sea!
Assab and Doraleh ports will be handover to Egypt very soon!