HARGEISA, Somaliland (Horn post) Minister of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Somaliland Ahmed-Yasin Mohamed Farah, has urged Djibouti to become the second country to formally recognize Somaliland, or ideally the first, highlighting deep historical, geographic, and economic ties between the two neighbors.
Speaking in an interview with the Somaliland National Television (SLNTV), Farah said Djibouti and Somaliland share strong historical connections and regional proximity that make close cooperation and mutual recognition strategically important.
The minister argued that international recognition of Somaliland would not harm Somalia, but instead could contribute to long-term stability and regional solutions benefiting Somalis across the Horn of Africa.
“Djibouti, if you cannot be the first country to recognize Somaliland, then be the second,” Farah said. “We are inseparable nations from the Somali people. I even told the President of Djibouti that it would be a positive step. Recognition will not be harmful to Somalia; rather, it will be a safeguard and benefit for all Somalis wherever they are.”
His remarks come amid ongoing diplomatic efforts by Somaliland to expand international engagement and seek formal recognition from regional and global partners.
Prepared by:
Horn post staff
Hargeisa, Somaliland
