Somaliland Foreign Minister confirms President’s planed US visit for recognition talks

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Somaliland Foreign Minister confirms President’s planed US visit for recognition talks

Somaliland’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Abdirahman Dahir Adam, confirmed to local media that Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro is set to embark on an official visit to the United States in the coming days, as diplomatic momentum builds around the territory’s bid for international recognition.

President Irro will hold high-level meetings in Washington, D.C., engaging with senior U.S. government officials, members of Congress, policy experts, and representatives from leading think tanks.

According to the foreign affairs minister, the discussions will focus on strengthening bilateral relations, boosting economic cooperation, and addressing regional security challenges in the Horn of Africa.

Earlier, President Irro told Bloomberg that Somaliland is stepping up its diplomatic drive by extending a strategic offer to the United States, granting access to a key Red Sea military base and critical mineral resources. This move, he said, underscores Somaliland’s growing geopolitical relevance as global powers intensify their competition for influence and resources across Africa.

The planned visit comes at a pivotal moment for Somaliland, following increased international attention on its democratic governance, strategic location along the Gulf of Aden, and its role as a stable partner in a volatile region.

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