Kenya's Raila Odinga is expected to arrive in Hargeisa soon. There are political movements in Nairobi in support for Somaliland. Mr. Raila Odinga is a strong supporter of Somaliland.

Even what you have suggested, as wild a move as they are, doesn't amount to much at all. Probably the publicity this whole thing has generated so far for Somaliland, if quantified in dollar terms, is more benefiticial than anything China can do to harm Somaliland. From the outset, I can say that China, the country, the system, the way they do business or even engage others, is not compatible with Somaliland's. They are pro-dictatorship, they do not encourage civil liberty, accountability, free press etc. The things that are dear to anyone who has a thinking mind and cherishes freedom. Whereas, Taiwan is the polar opposite to the China-Way. The Taiwan Model is about openness, liberty, freedom, democracy, free press etc. All the things I want Somaliland to be and learn. The intangible benefits of this relationship is enormous. Just consider, Taiwan sending its election observers to Somaliland. That is in itself a benefit that China cannot provide. More over, I think Israel comes to mind of a country that has successfully reserved the trend. If in the 1970s, 80s countries were all severing diplomatic ties with the Jewish state, today it is different. Many African countries are reestablishing links with Israel. Even some Arab countries are openly or covertly doing so. Hence, this new relationship between Somaliland and Taiwan is much more deeper than many have grasped. It is a win-win relationship. Taiwan is selling its model and Somaliland is the perfect place to help create a reality of that model. A strong selling point for Taiwan to other countries, of what they are missing out. Hopefully reversing the trend.

A Somaliland delegation led by foreign minister Mr. Faratoon, had proposed a union with Republic of China (Taiwan). For the Taiwanese , since they do not share a border with Somaliland , it was a welcome joke, but the minister insisted that sharing borders with another country is not a requirement for this union to happen. He suddenly put on the table a document signed by his president and told the audience to be serious and hear him out. The Taiwanese hosts were shocked how serious the minister was and decided to give him the floor. Minister Faratoon acknowledged the seriousness of the issue and said he have to stand up to deliver the sales pitch of the century. As he begun his sermon and the merits of this union, Dr. Edna who was sitting beside him sensed that Mr. Faratoon was some what hesitating in his delivery, and jumped to eloquently set the stage. As she sat down, another member of the delegation Ahmed Yasin, jumped to the fray and said, " as the speaker of Somaliland parliament" ( he is not the speaker but the deputy , but what do the Chinese juniors know) and said we got your General Assembly seat in silver plate. The delegation explained the steps to be taken to achieve a seat at the UN for the united countries of SomTaiwa. Here are the steps: Somaliland: First, Taiwan have to spend money for Somaliland recognition in Africa. Since everyone is saying Africans should be first decide if Somaliland is to be recognized, we will buy African votes within the African Union. THere are already enough candidates willing to recognize us if the price is right. South Sudan, Guinea, Gambia, Chad, Kenya are among those who could give as the first votes. Taiwan: How much money does it take to buy these votes? Somaliland: Few hundred million dollars.. Taiwan: that is a bargain. less than a billions for a UN seat, that would be the best deal ever. We are willing to spend 5% of our sovereign wealth which is billions to achieve a UN seat. Having said that how could that translate a victory for Tiawan? Somaliland: If you are willing to pay, we could get two dozen Africans, and then repeat the same plot in Latin America places like Guatemala, El Salvador, Peru and son. Within few years we could get 50 countries who would recognize Somaliland. Taiwan: of course., but you did not answer my question. How could that benefit us? Somaliland: WE will become one united country before we start the journey. When we get the recognition you will get too. A vote of recognition for Somaliland will be a UN seat for Tiawan. Taiwan: What should we call that country? Somaliland: didn't we said earlier? It will be called SomTaiwa. Taiwan: We like the idea but we want our name Taiwan to be before yours. Like TaiwaSom. It is only fair since we are bankrolling the whole campaign. Somaliland: give us a minute, we have to discuss about this new development of the name, because we assumed SomTaiwa was the name we agreed upon. Well, now the debate had started among the delegation. Minister Faratoon and another one from west Burco insisted that we are not willing to lose the Somali word in this name change. Dr. Edna and Ahmed Yasin who are close to Biixi disagreed. They said, " We do not mind losing this Somali thing, because some us had even had thought many years ago that instead of calling us the colonial name Somaliland , we should have called ourselves Maandeeq or even Shankaroonland. Saleebaan Gaal who did not say a word in all this debate , stood up and said, I can not allow Somaliland to be swallowed by these small eyed people, let us go home and debate this back home in Somaliland. Dr. Edna jumped and said, " how do you intend to debate this in a public forum? Saleebaan Gaal: we will tell the people the usual lie and explain that Taiwan is willing to make economic integration and future free trade with us. The delegation went back to the room and told the Taiwanese, " we will be back" and left. Folks, the debate continues.

Somaliland is now officially added to UAE's Visa/passports website. ICA Smart Services BETA.SMARTSERVICES.ICA.GOV.AE يمكنك الان انجاز جميع معاملات الهيئة الإتحادية للهوية و الجنسية من خلال منظومة الخدمات الذكية

Might explain the lack of activity among other things.

This is a Taiwanese guy... the people-to-people relations have already clicked between Somalilanders and Taiwanese. the use of the derogatory term 'fa*qash' cracked me up.

I am looking forward to the next episode already. I mean, the part when Muse Biixi is welcomed to Taipei.

Kenya's Liaison Office

I am just giving you heads up not to throw stones at Somaliland republic and hide behind a HAG wall. Keeping a child soldier as your avatar and throwing few Mogadishu pictures here and there will not give you a HAG citizenship.

Pot calling the kettle black. OK I'll leave you alone. Sayonara!

He mentions water being a major problem in his city. Do what you do best copy Hargeisa.

It's not all doom and gloom! Cheer up

Our very own inspector Clouseau! VPN , sockpuppet, next he'll be complaining we're using computers.

A little more elucidation from the horse's mouth. Mental colonization at its best.

As MP Indho-indho said it best "Dadka intay garanayeen ay dhaaftay, bil kuli ixtiraam iska fadhiista" Daawade-yaal wacan ka ahaada ciyaarta.

Galbeedi sxb don't give them ideas and don't underestimate the desperation of the reer qawdhan. Wax walba ayaa ka suurtowda reerkan

Meesha aan ka imid waa Ka ceeb ninka raga ah inuu caytamo waana dhaqan xun Hadaad arakto nin caaytamaya waa bilaa nasab faraciisa markaa adiga hadaad kuwaas kamid noqonaysid waa adiga hawl kuu taala.

A reer miyi man was once given a maths lesson. The teacher wanted to give an example of subtraction and took 'goats' as an example. The teachers starts it with 'consider you have 10 goats in an enclosure/xero, if one jumps out of the enclosure - how many left inside the enclosure?"... the reer miyi guy knowing the behaour of goats very well said "Waar aniga aqaan riyaha oo midna kuma jirayaan xeroda". Essentially all the goats scape out as soon as. Waar Somalida waan aqaan, they have zero alligiance to politcal Parties. A more probable scenario is exactly what happened during HSM... all these congregate and do a secret ballot. Even though $$$ will still determine the outcome of such s/election. If Cheeseman returns, then the corruption ($$$) will be highlighted and the wheels will come off the whole process. The only way the outcome will have some sort of legitimacy is if a new guy wins the Presidenty, as the $$$ aspect doesn't get featured or highlighted as much.

3 TIMACADDEH, Tallaabo and Suldaanka reacted to this. Since all the Duriyada including Oodweyne, agreed that I might have " voices in my ahead", I intend to share with you. please check my thread about Taiwan. Having said that , i see a lot of creativity and imagination in Somaliland. Since the north is where authors and Somali composers are plenty, i expect many new idea. By the far the Taiwanese how to write Somaliland is great creativity. Who knows since the west especially USA is gearing up to confront the Chinese and contain their future hegemony, it seems Somaliland is allying itself with the right people. Our friend Oodweyne who is more British even than the Englishman will soon set the plot of confronting China. Somalia as usual is reacting on these moves.

This will be ready in 2 months? For more dhows I guess! Rise of the Dhow Economy.