Labour Friends of Somaliland

A network committed to fostering stronger relationships between the British-Somaliland community and @UKLabour.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

Serious foreign policy must be rooted in reality. The UK’s policy on Somaliland requires urgent reconsideration. Our statement ⬇️

@YvetteCooperMP @JennyChapman @CPJElmore

[UK at the UN 🇬🇧🇺🇳 @UKUN_NewYork]

The UK reaffirms its support for Somalia’s sovereignty, territorial integrity, political independence and unity.

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

On Eid al-Adha, I send my warmest wishes to all those celebrating across the UK and around the world.

At this special time, I wish you and your loved ones peace, joy and good health.

May Eid bring comfort and inspire us all to continue standing together in the spirit of unity and mutual respect.

Eid Mubarak.

[Kim Johnson @KimJohnsonMP]

Happy Somaliland Independence Day! 🎉

Proud to mark the 35th anniversary and celebrate with friends here in Liverpool from our long-established Somalilander community.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

Congratulations to Somaliland on 35 years since the restoration of its statehood.

This 18th May is historic - the first celebrated with formal international recognition. Now it's time for the UK Government to follow suit.

#Somaliland

[Venetia Menzies @venetiamenzies]

Last month I visited Somaliland — an unrecognised country that could reshape Africa and the Middle East

Its location in one of the world’s most contested geopolitical arenas has thrust its 35 year battle for recognition into the spotlight 🧵 @thetimes

https://t.co/OF2y3lJcJZ

[The Spectator @spectator]

Somalia has been a byword for failed statehood and violence for so long that the calm of Somaliland, its neighbour to the north-east, feels almost miraculous.

In contrast to Mogadishu, the bustling streets of Hargeisa, Somaliland’s capital, aren’t patrolled by grim-faced soldiers. Government offices aren’t huddled behind blast walls and protected by foreign troops.

You can wander into a restaurant and enjoy camel steaks (a national speciality) without worrying about al-Shabaab terrorists.

✍️ Jonathan Foreman

Article | https://t.co/rIrs0Chvqe

[Euractiv @Euractiv]

Why Somaliland matters for Europe’s energy strategy https://t.co/f1wJmm5TOS

[Keir Starmer @Keir_Starmer]

Warmest wishes to Muslims who are marking the end of Ramadan across the UK and around the world.

May your Eid‑al‑Fitr be joyful and full of peace.

Eid Mubarak.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

We were delighted to host a discussion in Parliament on recognising Somaliland.

We explored the UK Government’s current stance, the case for a new approach, and the UK’s strategic interests.

Thanks to @rushanaraali, @ednaadan, @wallsmj, @alunmichael & all who joined.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

A fascinating @FT look at Somaliland’s progress despite the challenges caused by its lack of international recognition.

Breaking this diplomatic isolation matters for Somaliland, a stable and democratic partner that deserves much greater engagement.

https://t.co/zy5r5un2YW

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

Our Honorary President @AlunMichael and Director @HanadDarwish were delighted to meet the Minister for International Development & Africa, @JennyChapman, to discuss Somaliland and the UK’s position. We are grateful for her time and the opportunity for a constructive discussion.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

Powerful words from @KerryMP, a longstanding and vocal ally of more than 20 years.

Thank you for standing with friends outside Downing Street today to call on HM Government to do the right thing and re-recognise Somaliland.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

A real honour for us to join friends and allies outside Downing Street today, calling on the UK Government to re-recognise Somaliland.

Thank you to @UKSLAlliance for organising, and special thanks to @KerryMP for joining us and showing her support at this critical moment.

[Hanad Darwish @HanadDarwish]

Honoured to represent @LabourFriendsSL and join the many allies at today’s rally outside Downing Street calling on the UK Government to re-recognise Somaliland. There is an undeniable case for @FCDOGovUK to reassess its current policy position in light of recent developments.

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

@BLAIMGame They do exist actually - @EngLabNet 😉
Great organisation. Feel free to join, and see you on the doorstep ✌🏾

[Labour Friends of Somaliland @LabourFriendsSL]

Thank you @Abtisam_Mohamed for standing with us and for your work on the Somaliland APPG! A credible UK foreign policy, particularly one under a @UKLabour government, must be grounded in reality and move towards recognition.

[Abtisam Mohamed @Abtisam_Mohamed]

In Sheffield, our Somaliland community is a valued and integral part of our city.

UK policy must now align principle with reality and recognise the political facts on the ground. Somaliland has shown stability and democratic legitimacy for many years.

Clinging to failed processes is not diplomacy. UK foreign policy should align principle with the reality on the ground and move towards recognition of Somaliland.

[Abtisam Mohamed @Abtisam_Mohamed]

In Sheffield, our Somaliland community is a valued and integral part of our city.

UK policy must now align principle with reality and recognise the political facts on the ground. Somaliland has shown stability and democratic legitimacy for many years.

Clinging to failed processes is not diplomacy. UK foreign policy should align principle with the reality on the ground and move towards recognition of Somaliland.

[Abdi Duale @AbdiDuale_]

Shameful decision. The UK has a historic duty to the people of Somaliland.

This diplomatic cowardice does not speak to the values of Britain nor that of a Labour Government.

[Hanad Darwish @HanadDarwish]

This is a welcome, long-awaited and significant moment for Somaliland. 👏🏾

This development inevitably raises questions for long-standing partners such as the UK about how they respond to a changing international landscape around Somaliland.