Somalilands president IRRO will speak at Hudson Institute, a very prominent thinktank in Washington
The President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro, is set to speak at a high-level @HudsonInstitute
event titled: “Somaliland as a Strategic Partner in the Horn of Africa”
📅 Monday, September 14, 2026
🕞 3:30 PM ET
A significant discussion on Somaliland’s strategic role, regional security, maritime interests, and its growing importance to U.S. policy in the Horn of Africa. Somaliland’s strategic partnership takes center stage in Washington. Somaliland as a Strategic Partner in the Horn of Africa
@DavidGreenhh Agreed. After two decades, the AU mission was bound to end. Somalia’s forces must take full responsibility for their own security which is unlikely. But once the AU withdraws, al‑Shabaab will exploit the vacuum. Somalia needs real capacity, not just responsibility.
@DavidGreenhh Somalia’s lawsuit against DP World will only accelerate the UAE’s path toward becoming the second country to recognize Somaliland. After 36 years of separate realities, pressure from Mogadishu won’t reverse history — it will push Abu Dhabi closer to formal recognition.
@DavidGreenhh Absolutely. Somaliland and Somalia have moved on separate paths for 36 years — stability on one side, endless turmoil on the other. Ignoring that reality hasn’t worked. Recognition isn’t a gamble; it’s the logical, responsible path forward.
@DavidGreenhh In foreign policy, practice moves faster than doctrine. The U.S. may not recognize Somaliland now, but it clearly recognizes its value. Washington is already acting as though Somaliland matters — and in geopolitics, actions speak louder than recognition.
@DavidGreenhh Washington’s pattern of repeated, high‑level military engagement with Somaliland is no coincidence — it reflects a deliberate strategic recalibration.
@tvsaab Somalia has tried to isolate Somaliland since 1991 — it never worked. 35 years on, Somaliland thrives: strong ties, global investment, credible partnerships. Isolation only exposes Mogadishu’s weakness; Somaliland’s resilience speaks for itself.
Not a surprise that Al Shabaab is gaining ground when it provides predictability and government services while Somali regime engages in political drama. I’ll say it again, Mogadishu should bring its own house in order not try to ruin Somaliland next door! https://t.co/BHz2Nl03dQ
This Amin Arts cartoon is a stark reflection on Somalia’s future: wealth concentrated at the top, suffering endured by ordinary people, and a nation dangerously close to the edge. Powerful satire that asks whether leadership is building the country or driving it toward collapse.
@IsraeliPM Thank you, Mr. Prime Minister. Thank you, Israel.
We are deeply grateful for your support, friendship, and courage in recognizing Somaliland—first in June 1960 and again in 2025. This historic commitment is sincerely appreciated by the people of Somaliland, thank you Israel
@JNS_org Thank you, Israel — for unwavering support, courage, warmth & true friendship. First to recognise Somaliland 26 June 1960; led the way again in Dec 2025, breaking 35 years of silence. Somaliland stands united in deepest gratitude. Thank you Israel 🇮🇱
@FleurHassanN Grateful to Israel: unwavering support & courage. First recognised us 26 June 1960 — led again Dec 2025, breaking decades of silence. Somaliland stands united in thanks
@DavidGreenhh Yes, Somaliland needs no lessons from Somalia — widely seen as a failed state. 35+ years of peace, stability, self‑rule & home‑grown institutions. No endless crises, no dependency. We move forward — and take no lectures from leaders of a failed state whose mandates already ended.
@EynatShlein@SaveChildsHeart@MASHAVisrael Sincere thanks to Israel for unwavering support, courage, warmth & friendship — far more than words. Grateful you were first to recognise Somaliland on 26 June 1960, and led the way again Dec 2025 — ending 35 years of silence. The whole nation of Somaliland is deeply grateful