Lord Cameron 'sympathetic' to making surprise diplomatic move to fix Red Sea Houthi crisis Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron has met with a senior Tory MP to discuss the formal recognition of a Somaliland as the Red Sea crisis escalates. By DAVID MADDOX, Political Editor 20:00, Fri, Feb 2, 2024 Rishi Sunak condemns UK Houthi supporters Lord Cameron has had discussions about the UK seizing an historic opportunity to help tackle the Red Sea crisis with the Houthi terrorists. It has come as the government is coming under pressure to end a 33-year diplomatic impasse and recognise the state of Somaliland, a former British protectorate which is claimed by neighbouring Somalia. by Taboola The Daily Express has learnt that Lord Cameron has sat down with former Defence Secretary Gavin Williamson who has been a champion of the Somaliland cause as the Houthi crisis in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden has intensified. Houthi terrorist attacks on shipping have threatened one of the world’s biggest trade routes and both the UK and US have been firing on Houthi targets in response. Sir Gavin told the Daily Express that “there is enormous sympathy” for the recognition of Somaliland but “that now needs to translate into something positive”. Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info READ MORE: The unlikely country that could solve Houthi crisis in the Red Sea Sir Gavin Williamson has been a champion of Somaliland since he was Defence Secretary (Image: Getty) He warned: “If we do not seize this opportunity others will, and we will lose out on an ally in enormously strategic place who has immensely goodwill towards the UK.” Sir Gavin has just returned from Somaliland with former Attorney General Sir Michael Ellis who has written for the Daily Express today pushing the case for recognition. As the former colonial power, the UK is the “pen holder” at the United Nations for the fate of Somaliland and could influence its international recognition as well. Sir Michael Ellis said: “The West needs all the friends it can get in a time of worrying instability in the world and here is a friend looking to help the West in a region where such allies are few and far between. “It is in the UK’s strategic and economic interests to recognise Somaliland- but it would also be the morally right thing to do.” Don't miss... UK missing out on a huge Brexit opportunity because of FCDO 'pigheadedness' [REVEAL] Boris lists five major Brexit wins to silence Rejoiners and savages EU deal [REACT] Somaliland is a friend in an unstable world and must be recognised [INSIGHT] Somalilanders celebrating in London (Image: Getty) Somaliland, which has maintained close ties with the UK, is, unlike Somalia, a functioning, peaceful democracy. The country has a coastline on the Horn of Africa of 531 miles close to the current problems with the Houthis in Yemen. It has a major port Berbera which is a key haven for shipping, a significant important export point for East Africa and a potential location to base UK and US warships. In 1960 it was the twelfth African country to be made independent but within days united with Somalia. After civil war and persecution, Somaliland became independent again in 1991 but has never officially been recognised even though Somalia has been described as “a failed state” and has been a base for pirates and terrorists. Somaliland is a friend in an unstable world and must be recognised, says Sir Michael Ellis The unlikely country that could solve Houthi crisis in the Red Sea Lord Cameron 'sympathetic' to making surprise diplomatic move to fix Red Sea Houthi crisis Somaliland is a friend in an unstable world and must be recognised, says Sir Michael Ellis Lord Cameron 'sympathetic' to making surprise diplomatic move to fix Red Sea Houthi crisis Sir Gavin said: “I think there was always a desire for an African country to recognise Somaliland first because of our colonial past and a wish not be accused of interfering with African politics.” Rother Valley Tory MP Alexander Stafford has raised the issue with the Prime Minister in Parliament. He told the Daily Express: “The UK must not wait any longer and take advantage of our unique diplomatic position as the UN Penholder to formally recognise Somaliland and continue our legacy of supporting democracies the world over.”

Somaliland never claimed to be a western democracy it does hold elections real elections not selections like the pirate enclave of fara taag, SL held electiond in 2021 parliament and local elections. So elections do happen its not a dictatorship we just have the tendecies that leaders extend their term for what ever reason hence why i suggest to make the presidential term 7 or ten years, To solve this issue

Somaliland deserved also prior to 2007 recognition Somaliland only conquered laascanood back in 2007 and Somaliland progress to statehood was also being fought for as far as the early2000s. Elections have always been delayed in somaliland political culture it isnt something new wish this culture could change we should make the presidency term 10 years . Besides the map is wrong Somaliland controls far more further in eastern ceerigabo district as far as Yube if not beyond , there is nothing happening in Awdal its just hersay .. Dont hate ur country Salax u might see ciiro becoming President of Somaliland the fight will remain the same those that cheer for u now will continue to hate Somaliland even when ciiro is president

i think Americans have a problem with these sort of statements

Ethiopian Ambassador to the United states

I dont think the translation was done wrong unless u lot do not speak af somali she clearly said that she will work inside the US system for Somalia and Somali interests this is what angers the Americans , and she also hinted that Ethiopia and Kenyan lands are land ka maqan Somaliya oo ay rabta inay so celiso the latter she can say how ever depending on who u speak But if u claim that Ethiopia is violating Somali Sovreignty u cant say i also Violate Ethiopia Sovreignty mindi Mindi ku taag weye.

ina jirde breaking it down wadani chairperson

The Americans have a problem with the issue that ilhaan said that she will work on somali interest inside the American system the Ethiopian and Kenyans have issue with her claiming Kenyan and Ethiopian lands. And the Somalilanders have an issue with her first for opposing SL interest and second for calling Somalilanders people who allegedly claim to be a Somali but in fact are not or are sheegaatoooyin , dad sheeganaya Soomaali . Her own words. She should apologise and we Somalilanders will accept the apology and we can move on

i think TOD is paid agent by the Bunker read his last paragraph he clearly has a dog in the fight why would a dutch lawyer have a dog in this fight u would think. Why would a dutch lawyer choose Somalia over Ethiopia makes no sense what so ever

kuraasida somalia ma beelo ba leh haha bit unfair its only good that SL remain independent meeshan wasiirada reer qaari leeyihin

ina kaahin is funny but the funny thing is allot of Americans believe that and agree with him

Can some one confirm if this is true if Ilhan omar really said this . i read some where that during the time the great Donald trump who used to bash Ilhan omar and Somalia , which was very funny if u ask me . She used Somaliland as a positive reference that Somalia is actually not failed that i held elections that holds book fair that is peaceful et etc, can some one confirm if she said that. I read it some where she did , she said this back in 2020.

Adoontuna way hadlaan ileen

Sheikh berberaawi breaking it down

well if the US wants to remain an honest broker let them solve the Somalia and Somaliland dead lock soo ma rabba wada hadalka hargeisa iyo muqdisho bring mr blinken si u dhex dhexaadyo somaliland iyo qadaadweynta , hadi kale usa mind ur own bussiness

Yes xarbi and others fought for independence and prefered perhaps Some Somaliweyn ideals. but in the end Abtidoon and others when that region gained independence they preffered to be independent and thats what matter. what does that have to do with anything , Sure there were some Somaliweyn sympathisers back then but it all melted down , to the end to declare Djibouti Independent and not attach it to the Failed state called Somalia . Bal maanta ka so dhaadhiciya ina cumar geele oo 79 jir ah ku soo biir bunkerka. bal aynu eegno halkay somaliweyn maskaxdisa kaga jirto , its non existend joojiya hadaba beenta

You had no say in Jabuuti ,, the people of jabuuti rejected the cancerous Somaliweyn ideology in 1977 if one believes in self determination for one people , they should do the same for the othe people other wise it will stink of hypocracy

The MoU Signed with Somaliland Depicts Ethiopia’s Continued Commitment for Regional Stability, Economic Integration: Ambassadors Addis Ababa, January 31/2024 (ENA) The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between Ethiopia and Somaliland has far-reaching benefits for the region beyond the signatories and manifests Ethiopia’s continued commitment towards regional economic integration, Ethiopian Ambassadors to Canada, US, and China said. In an exclusive interview with ENA, Ethiopia’s Ambassador to Canada, Fitsum Arega said that Ethiopia has been massively investing in various infrastructure which benefits its neighbors and the entire region as well. He added that massive investment is now paying off to the efforts of achieving the goals of Agenda 2063, particularly economic integration. Ethiopia has been working with its neighbors on railway connection, roads, and providing potable water, and electricity, Fitsum said. The ambassador also noted “the MoU between Ethiopia and Somaliland is a continuation of efforts that we had started decades back to integrate with the region and mutually benefit. So, the MoU is historic and Ethiopia’s economy is growing and we would like to have more access sea ports.” Through bilateral and multilateral discussions, Ethiopia will pursue for what has already started, he emphasized. The MoU poses no threat to any country, he said, and stressed “when the dust settles, all the concerned countries will understand Ethiopia’s aspiration to grow along with the region; Ethiopia’s cooperation through integration.” The African Continental Free Trade Area Agreement (AfCFTA) is one of the instruments that Ethiopia has massive potential to utilize from and ensure mutual economic development and growth with all African countries, he elaborated. “Ethiopia will continue to have more sea ports access like Djibouti port, Berbera port and even Lamu port in Kenya and other ports within the Red Sea. Ethiopia will continue to network through infrastructure as well as ports. So, it is for the benefit of the entire region to grow together,” Ambassador Fitsum underscored. Ethiopia’s Ambassador to the US, Seleshi Bekele said on his part that Ethiopia as one of the major countries in Africa and the second populous in the continent requires access to sea. The neighboring countries can benefit immensely from Ethiopia’s various sectors including power supply, potable water, transport and logistics connectivity, he said, and added “so that is already a fertile ground for economic integration and regional integration.” Ethiopia also plays pivotal role in maintaining peace and stability in the region. “Ethiopia’s view is always to protect the peace and security of the region. To this effect, the country contributes not just by words but by deeds, with blood. That is very crucial. There is no intention of destabilizing anybody or take the right of anybody else. It is just to share whatever wealth we have and collectively grow within the region,” Ambassador Seleshi pointed out. “So, the neighboring countries instead of antagonizing each other must work and prosper together. The MoU, therefore, has a clear meaning that Ethiopia is not imposing anything; but it is to understand each another between Ethiopia and Somaliland; so, it means both of us has interest and that could be nurtured through dependable legally-based type of relationship,” Seleshi explained. Ethiopia’s Ambassador to China, Tefera Derbew said on his part that Ethiopia needs sustainable and reliable port access in order to sustain the fast-growing economy. “Access to the sea will also actually benefit the neighboring countries. Africans are trying to integrate their economy through the AfCFTA; their aspirations are similar and complimentary. So long as we agree on this basic issue, the MoU between Somaliland and Ethiopia will benefit the people of Ethiopia and the neighboring countries,” Tefera stated. He added that all the neighboring countries should support Ethiopia’s noble cause for mutual economic development and prosperity of the region.

u call it uncle tom but u know it is the truth hence why SL cultural political experiance of elders and guurti remained intact , where as in Somalia its non existend

So u believe Somaliland should be denied its statehood to determine their own future, but somali galbeed should be independent if they independent they can choose to remain independent. and somaliland should be forced into the bunker is that what u saying dont late ur hatret for muse biixi hate Somaliland as a whole.. there will be better days