Somaliland

Somaliland is a self-declared independent region of Somalia that has been seeking international recognition for over three decades. Despite not being formally recognized as a sovereign state by most countries, it operates with its own government, currency, and institutions. Somaliland is currently newsworthy due to its intensified efforts to gain international recognition and attract foreign investment, exemplified by President Abdullahi's recent meetings with Israeli and US figures at the World Economic Forum. Israel's recent recognition of Somaliland has sparked controversy, with some viewing it as a geopolitical move that has backfired and strengthened resistance to Somaliland's secession. Somalia, in turn, accuses the UAE of undermining its national unity by supporting separatist movements, including Somaliland. The situation highlights the complex interplay of foreign influence, regional power dynamics, and the ongoing struggle for unity within Somalia.