HARGEISA, Somaliland — Somaliland’s Minister of Water Resources, Abubakar Abdirahman Good, says Somalia has no power to stop Somaliland’s efforts to gain international recognition.
In a statement, Good expressed support for President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi Irro and his diplomatic efforts. He also praised the president’s participation in the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland.
Minister Praises President’s Diplomatic Efforts
Good, who is from the Awdal region, said President Irro was working to strengthen Somaliland’s international position.
“I fully support the leadership, commitment, and extensive efforts of the President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdillahi (Irro), who is dedicating himself to national development and enhancing Somaliland’s international standing,” the minister said.
He described the president’s participation in the Davos forum as an important diplomatic step.
According to Good, the visit showed political maturity and long-term planning. He added that the government was working to raise Somaliland’s profile on the international stage.
“The President’s participation in the World Economic Forum is a clear demonstration of political maturity and strategic foresight, showing the government’s determination to project Somaliland onto the international stage under his leadership,” he said.
Somaliland’s Recognition Bid
The minister also addressed Somalia’s opposition to Somaliland’s recognition efforts.
He said neither Somalia nor any other party could stop the process.
“I want to make it clear to the people of Somaliland that Somalia, or any similar entity, has no ability to change, suspend, or obstruct the right and process of Somaliland’s recognition,” Good said.
Furthermore, he argued that Somaliland’s recognition claim rests on its history, public support and record of self-government.
“Recognition is a legitimate right based on solid historical foundations, a clear and democratic decision by the people, and a fully functioning state system that Somaliland has maintained for more than 30 years,” the statement concluded.
The remarks come as Somaliland continues its diplomatic efforts to secure wider international recognition. Government officials have used recent international engagements to present Somaliland’s case to foreign leaders and institutions.
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