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The MOU between Somaliland and Ethiopia has been met with opposition from Villa Somalia and Djibouti, but what's driving their disapproval? The answer lies in economics. The real question is, who stands to benefit from the $1.5 billion port fees? Here are Food for thought
1. In
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The MOU between Somaliland and Ethiopia is under attack from an axis of transnational repression, comprising China, Djibouti, and the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS). This opposition is fueled by both economic and political interests. Here are the reasons:
1. China's
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Djibouti's leadership deems Somaliland's self-determination "unthinkable". Here are in their own words:
1. In 2006, President Ismail Omar Guelleh met with Jendayi Frazer, the former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs and expressed his views on Somaliland's
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Setting the Record Straight
1. Somaliland has never participated in any of the 15 conferences held for the southern clans to negotiate peace and does not recognize the Somali Federal Government.
2. The President of the Federal Government of Somalia, Hassan Sheikh, was not
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Mr. President,
@HassanSMohamud
As SL commemorates 64 years of Somaliland's independence from the UK, I urge you to embrace leadership, truth, and courage. Somaliland is the elephant in the room. You can’t run or hide from it. The time for evasion is over; it's time for
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James Carville's phrase “it's the economy, stupid" perfectly sums up the situation surrounding Somaliland's economic development efforts. Here are a few points to ponder:
1. In 2018, Somaliland and DP World finalized a deal to modernize the Berbera port, but Somalia's
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Djibouti's involvement in Somali affairs is driven by economic self-interest, rather than a commitment to Somali unity. As the first Somali territory to gain independence and decline to join Somalia, Djibouti's credibility on advocating for Somali unity is questionable - if it
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Somaliland gov't must take a stand the biased UN ambassador to Somalia! His blatant parroting of FGS propaganda disrespects Somaliland people's right to self-determination, (UN Charter, Art. 1). Close the UN political office in Hargeisa NOW & assert Somaliland's right of
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@barwaaqo_uni
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It's time for a reality check!
Holding 1 year, the UNSC none permenat seat will not solve Somalia's problems. Pariah states like North Korea, Iran, and Myanmar have also held UNSC seats, yet their internal conflicts and international isolation persisted.
Somalia's struggles
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Somaliland's democracy allows MP Abib to speak out, even if others disagree! That's why Freedom House ranks Somaliland high in the Horn of Africa. We should all speak out against the politically motivated attempt to remove his immunity. Instead, prosecutors should focus on more
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In recent years, the Somali civil aviation authority (SCAA) has exhibited a disconcerting trend of being manipulated as a political weapon by Somali politicians. Here are some of its accomplishments:
In the year 2019, two former presidents were shockingly denied permission to
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Now that US -Africa Leaders’ Summit finished. One thing became vividly clear:
@batten_von
has no influence in DC.
1. He was unable to prevent Abiy from attending the conference
2. Unable to stop NDAA
Two issues he promised to deliver for his victims.
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The MOU signed between Somaliland and Ethiopia, combined with air traffic controller disputes, has brought to light a long-standing reality: the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) has no control over Somaliland.
The only way to break the impasse is for the FGS to adopt a
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Setting the record straight.
1. Truth matters! No evidence shows new Al-Shabaab recruitment as result of the MOU between Somaliland & Ethiopia.
2. President Hassan Sheikh's claims aim to stifle Somaliland's case & intimidate the International Community. It's a scare tactic, not
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The termination of the UN political mission in Somalia is a predictable outcome, given the federal government's recent actions.
Despite being a government in name only, it unilaterally amended the constitution a month ago to grant the president more powers.
Moreover, Mogadishu
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The hasty lifting of arms embargoes has led to a dangerous proliferation of weapons in Somalia, with a staggering 5 million worth of arms now spread across just 38 square miles. This is an alarming situation when we know that " an estimated 150,000 to 200,000 people are killed
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Does Djibouti desire a peaceful Horn of Africa? The straightforward answer is no.
Why did Djibouti issue two different passports to Anwar Saleh Kodais, an individual linked to multiple terrorist incidents involving mass killings, as reported by the UN (S/2014/726)?
Is
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According to the UN Security Council Report (S/2014/726), Anwar Saleh Kodais, a Djiboutian national, allegedly maintained ties with terrorist groups in Somalia and utilized addresses in Djibouti to import weapons used in heinous crimes in Mogadishu.
The UN Monitoring Group
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The Fowsiya saga serves as a powerful reminder of why Somaliland was reborn, why it's thriving, and why it will continue to flourish.
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The MOU between SL and Eth has exposed underlying economic rivalries. Djibouti vehemently opposes the agreement, as it stands to lose significant economic advantages.
The Somali Federal Government's opposition appears driven by two factors: Djibouti's influence on the weak
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Djibouti has significant economic interest in maintaining its current trade arrangement with Ethiopia. Djibouti ports handle 95 percent of inbound and outbound Ethiopia trade, and charge 1.5 billion port fees yearly.
Therefore, Djibouti stands to lose a significant amount of
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There is a silent warrior who had the tenasosity, the fortitude, and the intellectual rigor to include in the NDAA, its
@baruud
. This is testimony of what is possible when the right people lead.
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@faisalroble19
tweet is fearmongering and a prime example of disinformation aimed at misleading the public. Here are the facts:
1. There is no evidence to support the claim that Somaliland's poets are joining Al-Shabaab due to an MOU.
2. In fact, the MOU has no relation to
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@makaumutua
@ahmednasirlaw
@HonAdenDuale
@WMutunga
@KoinangeJeff
@makaumutua
Don't be a fool, and judge people at their worst hour. Somalia will be back stronger, and become the econ & militarily power in East Africa. You better get used to that reality.
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@askar_kahin
Thank you for engaging with my tweet. I respectfully disagree with your perspective. As Daniel Patrick Moynihan famously said, 'You are entitled to your opinions, but not your own facts.' The facts in this case are clear:
the Somalia parliament voted against the implementation
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The fictitious duopoly system, as Ahmed Samatar rightly defined it, is the GREATEST THREAT the Somali race faces, perpetuating political instability, corruption, & clan rivalries. It destroyed the Somali Republic & continues to cause harm. That's the real threat, NOT
#Somaliland
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@Abukar_Arman
Somalia ceased to exist. Somalia precidency, PM, cabinet, regional gov are all superficial. The real power is IC. IC funded all Som peace conf, provides budgetary support & security to som gv. Why Soms are flabbergasted when they are reminded about elections.
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@baruud
This is a wonderful initiative. More parks are needed, and I hope this would be Catalyst for more projects of saving wildlife and environment.
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Enjoyed reading this insightful interview by
@baruud
. It is a well-rounded and thought-provoking conversation that offers valuable perspectives and ideas.
@baruud
@diplomatnews
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Villa Somalia's treachery exposed! They cried foul over Somaliland's MOU but now secretly offer Ethiopia access to Hooyo port. Their hypocrisy knows no bounds!
@AsstSecStateAF
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Somalia Federal System which was packaged as the only solution for Somalia is dying ignominiously. Puntland exited. The 1.2m Banadir residents who were denied of representation will soon declare their own State. I wonder how 1 Somalia policy is working out.
@US2SOMALIA
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G7 countries' concerns about the MOU are just another footnote. Legitimacy comes from within. Somaliland's gov is democratically elected by its people, with one person, one vote. That's what matters most. Internal legitimacy trumps external opinions. Moreover, Djibouti's
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Amb André remarks were reckless and fell short in advancing US interest in the Horn. Giving interviews to clan owned news outlets & repeating US policy on Som only antagonize and will render talks btw the FDR & useless.
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In a press release the EU claimed that it donated €100K to Waheen fire losses. The fire losses were estimated at up to $2 billion dollars. The EU donations are condescending and does very little to help out. SLand must return the EU funds.
@musebiihi
@EU_in_Somalia
@Ismail_WR
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@benfenderfco
@StuartBrownFCO
Alshabab is pure evil. No debate about it. However, your statement is misleading. Families of the victims told media it was gov troops that murdered the health staff near Balcad. It will be equally evil to cover-up the murderers in this case as well.
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@BWoodward_UN
@USUN
@UAEMissionToUN
@HassanSMohamud
@AbukarOsman1
There are several compelling reasons why lifting the arms embargo on Somalia would not be prudent at this time. Here are the four main reasons:
1. Risk of further conflict: the increased availability of weapons
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@MariamRobly
@Somalilandfirst
@baruud
@Eslanderkow
@UbahDAli
@AbaarsoSchool
@BilemohamedAli
@Cagadable_
@baruud
Is a work horse who concentrates on job; he does not care getting his name on the press. This is where cynics get confused. Thank you
@baruud
for your hardwork.
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The Bloomberg news piece on the MOU between Somaliland and Ethiopia is a negotiating ploy by Ethiopia to coerce Somaliland into making concessions. Regardless of the outcome of the negotiation, Somaliland has already garnered substantial publicity and visibility, making it now in
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Somalia is increasingly becoming under Communist China's thumb. The Chinese embassy in Mogadishu pressured Somalia to issue a statement claiming to bar Taiwanese CPC and Genel Energy from drilling oil in Somaliland.
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To fully comprehend the flawed and biased diatribe titled 'Ethiopia MoU with Somaliland' published by Heritage, it is crucial for one to ask two questions:
1. Who funds Heritage?
2. Who stands to lose the most from a successful MOU between Somaliland and Ethiopia.
The answer
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@SSTHawdReserve
@AbdikarimMoge
Thank you for bringing this topic up.
Those pushing for the mayor's ouster are driven by personal gain, not the city's best interests. Let's stand together and reject their self-serving agenda.
Protect our city from political games!
#SupportOurMayor
#CityFirst
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Wow, Somalia is really showing off its diplomatic muscles!
Who needs actual military power when you can just demand an ambassador leave and hope for the best? And oh boy, shutting down a consulate in Hargeisa? That'll surely make Ethiopia tremble with fear! Meanwhile, those
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“However much you deny the truth, the truth goes on existing.”
— George Orwell
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Somalia Federal System is a Ponzi scheme. It has no benefit for the average Somali citizen. It provides no security, no meaningful public education, no credible judiciary. It a source of menace to all Somalis.
@UNSomalia
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"The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him". -Niccolo Machiavelli
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The Somali Federal Government pendulum of selective patriotism is making another a remarkable shift, moving from its stance of "not an inch" to now offering 4-5 ports to Ethiopia.
In fact, as far back as 2018, Somalia led by President Mohamed Abdullahi Farmaajo had extended an
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Djibouti's ports play a vital role in its economy, handling 95% of Ethiopia's trade. With the emergence of Berbera port as a credible competitor, it would be wise for Djibouti to adopt a collaborative approach, recognizing that sabotage or undermining tactics will not work out,
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@batten_von
In 2018 Somalia government signed a Memorandum of Understanding with China Overseas Fisheries Association. The MOU allowed 31 Chinese longline vessels to fish for "tuna and tuna-like species" for one year, a deal that would be automatically renewed each year. The
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Freedom House 2024 report is out! Horn of Africa countries score low, but Somaliland stands out with a higher score than SFG, Djibouti, & Ethiopia.
Why would SL need to downgrade its political progress by joining SFG?
Shouldn't SFG be seeking to join with Somaliland instead?
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The Horn of Africa is on the brink of a conflict akin to the Congo, as foreign powers supporting rival Somali factions are poised to collide. The consequences of this unparalleled scenario will be profound and far-reaching, yet the severity of the situation may not be immediately
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It is my sincere hope that the year of 2023 ushers us to a new atmosphere whereby wisdom, possibilities, reasoning, and opportunities triumph the zero-sum game.
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Food for thought:
1. Having reviewed the Somaliland prosecutor's charges against MP Mohamed Abiib, I am convinced that they are politically motivated, intended to silence a vocal member of parliament.
2. If the prosecutor is genuinely committed to accountability, then let us
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@AmbSomQinJian
According to Freedom House China is not a free country, but Taiwan is free. No money can buy freedom. And this is what separates Taiwan from China.
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@waddani_5
Very sad. The perpetrator must be held to account. Equally, the orphanage leadership must be investigated. This is unacceptable.
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State legitimacy comes from people, not foreign validation. Somaliland case won't be solved by seeking external endorsements of perceived "territorial integrity." Only a genuine dialogue based on the reality on the ground can lead to understanding.
@AsstSecStateAF
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@abdourahman1529
Thank you for engaging with my post! Yes, Djibouti's ports have a higher ranking due to significant investments over the past 40 years. However, it's crucial to consider the changing regional dynamics and the potential impact of Somaliland's Port of Berbera, as well as other
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@hiiraan
@US2SOMALIA
@baruud
Wondering what Hiiraan Online is gaining by propagating Al-shabaab propaganda. This title is a classic example:
"Sheekh Aadan Sunne oo sheegay in diimo shisheeye lagu faafiyo Somaliland" Aadan Sunne is not a Sheekh, he is wanted terrorist.
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Somali clans took arms to fight against Alshabaab. This means that FG failed. Oddly, the same failed FG is campaigning for the arms embargo lifted. Lifting UN arms embargo on Somalia will compound the decades of suffering of Som people and will precipitate a new bloodshed.
@UN
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@US2SOMALIA
This is what is called politics of equilibrium. The Villa Somalia was elated when the good ambassador endorsed the shady elections of Galmudug. Now the opposition are ecstatic because the shady deal is ratified. Viva Somali hypocrisy!
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Montevideo convention of State definitions.
1) A permanent population
2) A defined territory
3) Government; and
4) Capacity to enter into relations with the other states.
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@GuleidJ
Equating with Taliban is a false equivalence. In the name of transparency, the public has a right to know how these self-assigned "human rights" campaigners are funded.
#followthemoney
!
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@musebiihi
parliament and municipal elections were a referendum on the performance of prez Bihi. The opposition won for a reason. They will rightful assume the parliament leadership. This is the essence of democracy. Mr president, it is time to concede
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@PatrickHeinisc1
@PatrickHeinisc1
I see some parallelism between Djibouti statement and Somalia one. Do you think that Communist China is pressuring these poor African countries to issue statement of support of China's position.
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Somali political discussions are invariably characterized by a binary choice, always presenting two opposing options: for or against, like we have witnessed the recent MOU signed between SL and Ethiopia.
However, what is lacking in these discussions is the fact that the
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@AmbSomQinJian
Somalia granted fishing licenses to 31 Chinese vessels for only $1 million. This is an utter exploitation. How can China call for fishing industry development when it is stealing from Somalia? What an irony!
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@batten_von
@Somalia
For years, Mr. Von Batten worked hard to undermine US interests in the Horn at the behest of China. He attempted to derail US military efforts to get access to strategic port of Berbera. All over sudden, Von is concern about meeting between Russia and Somalia?
Follow the money!
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@HarunMaruf
Journalists should present the facts. The reality is there is no gov in Somalia. "Talks between federal govt and regional leaders ended in Garowe without agreement" is just a figment of one's imagination. Who is negotiating & in what capacity?
#Thestatusquofailed
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@US2SOMALIA
"Federal Gov" cannot defeat the ruthless terrorist group, Alshabaab. Fmr Director of National Intelligence James Clapper explained the reason in 2016 as
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Somalia is the only country which a nonsense prevails. Som gov asks adebt relief so it might become qualified for fresh debt. "Debt relief" is a feel-good story. It does not make any eco sense for Somalia.
@US2SOMALIA
@SomaliPM
@RobbieGramer
@KFJ_FP
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@M_Farmaajo
@US2SOMALIA
Mr. President with all due respect, Your misdirection reminds me Harry Kellar who said once, "a brass band playing at full blast can march openly across the stage behind me, followed by a herd of elephants, yet no one will realize that they went by."Improve security
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@batten_von
Karl-Marx is gearing up to defraud Somalia gov under the guise of being influential in DC. Von Batten Aka Karl-Marx is a troll. He has no influence in DC. Recently he paid a news outlet to circulate Dis-information, this costs $250 anyone can do it.
@HassanSMohamud
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Laws are set of rules that a society make for itself. The chief reason of making laws is to promote fairness. This means no one is above the law. constitution article 88 stipulates that president term is 5 years. Term extension is illegal.
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@AyalMeskeremAk
@NArchome
@MettiSerafina
Well, in a normal circumstances, the gov of 100m people should have more resources than the one with 3 m ppl. This is simply leadership vs lack thereof. There is alot all Africans can learn from Rwanda.
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@Aynte
@AJEnglish
Salan saxiib,
“The Ethiopian PM vocalizing his country’s desire to again accessing to the Red Sea, but they could have achieved the same objective through diplomatic means and thought trade agreements with Somalia.”
The above quote reminds of Animal Farms commandments
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is caught between rock and hard place. There is no difference between the opposition parties and the present incumbent; they are one and the same.
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@SecDef
@StateDept
@UAEMissionToUN
@JamesKariuki_UN
@FCDOGovUK
It is imperative to consider the potential consequences of lifting the arms embargo on Somalia. Today's unfortunate armed conflict in Garoowe serves as a stark reminder of why this embargo should not be lifted.
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@HassanAKhaire
@TamimBinHamad
What a shame! "You updated the Amir on the progress" Do you even understand how inferior your statement is to Somalia and its people?
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@AmbSomQinJian
Somalia, through corruption, granted fishing licenses to China Overseas Fisheries Association. Chinese distant-water ships are so large that they scoop up as many fish in one week as local boats. 31 of these ships are now fishing in Somalia waters.
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President Hassan and his antagonists are victims of a delusion rooted in an outdated governing vision. They are clinging to superficial accomplishments that will not solve Somalia's deep-seated issues. The reality is that:
1. Completing the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries
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@SomaliPM
Mr. Prime minister, this is the grim reality that calls for a steward leadership. This is Banadir Hospital area. Putting PR aside, can you I, and everyone help them out?
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2018 Pew Research found that,“At least a million Sub-Saharan Africans moved to Europe since 2010” This exodus is evidence that the cult of keeping colonial border is not working 4 Africans, forming smaller nations based on African self-determination can be catalyst 4 stable Afric
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@SomaliaatUN
"Patriotism is the last refuge for a scoundrel"- Samuel Johson. Somalia gov cannot protect its citizens from terrorist groups. The big question is who is Somalia leasing the high seas? China or Turkey.
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@BWoodward_UN
@USUN
@UAEMissionToUN
@AbukarOsman1
Today's unfortunate armed conflicts in Garoowe demonstrate why the arms embargo should not be lifted. The United Nations arms embargo worked over the years. It prevented the importing of heavy weapons. The strategies aimed at
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The Carta initiative portrayed to be the direct and effortless solution to a Somali problem is now proven to be a colossal failure. The horror and devastation of yesterday reveals that internationally supported status quo failed. It is time to address underlying conflict drivers!
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According to Watson Institute,
The US has spent $2.5 billion on counter-terrorism in Somalia since 2007.
No meaningful progress in defeating al-Shabaab after 18 years. Recently, the Combating Terrorism Center at West Point identified five reasons for the stalemate:
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The Federal Government of Somalia's (FGS) April Fool's-like deadline for closing the Ethiopian diplomatic office in Hargeisa has passed, and the office remains open. This serves as another stark reminder that FGS has no sovereignty, no territorial integrity, and no unity.
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@PatrickHeinisc1
Foreign/humanitarian aid impedes the ability for a country to overcome natural hurdles. The issue is not about the failure of foreigners to partner with locals. It is the aid that should be considered a pariah. The emerging countries should focus on economic growth.
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"Persistent political infighting, weak leadership from President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, ill-equipped government institutions, and pervasive technical, political, and administrative shortfalls" Soon we will put out a paper on alternative that the world can support.
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