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.

He is really good. Waa alaab as Reer Hargeisa would say.

For the FY 2020... Kenya is budgetting to recieve from the donors a whopping $30 million USD. The gift that is keeping on giving.

The Taiwan economic miracle. This an in depth overview of Taiwan recent history and specially its economic supremacy. One important fact I have learned was that Taiwan is the largest foreign direct investor of China. That is a feat.

Paraguay's President thanks Taiwan for their help in building 600 houses for flood affected peoples in Paraguay.

Taiwan rejects China's criticism over Somaliland ties Taiwan rejects China's criticism over Somaliland ties | Taiwan News WWW.TAIWANNEWS.COM.TW Taiwan seeks cooperative relationships with countries that value democracy and peace: MOFA

There was no chance. We knew it from the start. Those who are proponents of 1p1v like Garowe Administration, have themselves failed to implement in their clan enclaves. It is a case of "waan socon kari waayay, aan cararo". If they can't do it at their clan level... do not expect to do it at 100x the difficulty level.

@galbeedi Haven't seen your commentary regarding this calculated move by Somaliland. What is your take?

Did you meant the one dhow has vanished? In the near future it will be which has more dhows Sanaag's Mait Port vs Bosaso Port.

No, we are not telling you.Those who monitor the port traffic around the world, are spelling it for you.

The more I read about Taiwan, the more I support a stronger links with that Island state. It is a perfect match for what I envision for Somaliland's future, a democracy, an economic model that is envy of the world, a very high human development index at almost every category. Somaliland should strongly subscribe to the Taiwan Model. If Taiwan is able to help Somaliland stand out from Africa, then it will be show case for Taiwan and it will definitely win back a lot of African States who are on Chinese leash and debt trap. . ------ Taiwan to deepen ties with Somaliland amid China intervention Taiwan to deepen ties with Somaliland amid China intervention - Focus Taiwan FOCUSTAIWAN.TW Taipei, July 6 (CNA) The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) on Monday reiterated Taiwan and Somaliland's intention to deepen bilateral relations after a media report revealed multiple attempts by Beijing to...

Now that they causing you problems, we may as well make good use of them while keeping them at arm's length. Meesha walaaqa ayaan leenahay. Madaxa isku wada galiya. 4.5 will be here for a long time. Trust me on that. The alternative is very ugly... This idea of holding 1p1v in the context of that failed state, it is going to be the biggest f*k fest of vote rigging the world has ever seen. The outcome of which I can see clearly, more division, more distrust, more blood letting.

Waagii kuwa Muqdisho jooga dhib Somaliland ku hayeen waxay ahayd kolkay aduunku wali rajo ka qabay midnimo. Laakin hadeer, aduunku waa ogyahya in Somaliland afarjeeblayaal calooshood u shaqaystayaal ah aanay si naba u matali karin. Maanta koonfur ayay dhib ku hayaan. it is music to my ears. God-walaalow ha qodin, hadaad qodo ha dheerayn, ku dhici doonta ilaahay ayaa og.

If you are still a pseudo unionist, nationalist, one of those crying Somaliyeey tooso B.S. I have message for you.

absolutely way ku sintay sida loo galay... bahdilaad.com

The fraudulent pseudo unionists' days are numbered. Here is another Unionists lamenting that they are withering away into irrelevancy.

@Khadafi Awoowe, Burundi iyo Gambia... at least Gambia is a Muslim Country. They are credited for standing up for the Rohingha refugees and were able to strip the Nobel Peace Price from Ang Su Si Ji (Whatever her name was). A Burundi fufu will meet & greet you at Mogadishu Airport... strip search you and even touch your private parts while doing so. Ha caayin dadka kaleeto ee kaa sharaf badan.

Reer N&N xataa heesta ma fahamsana micnaheeda. Dal la dhisaayo ayay ka hadlaysaa. Ma building la rinjiyeeyey ayay ka hadlaysa. Heesta rinjiyeyta ha u samaystaan.

Absolutely. He is a no frills man but doing a lot of work behind the scenes. Maalin ba dal ayaynu baraynaa qadaadweynta.

Dr. Faratoon in the Congo.

Dr. Faratoon in the Gambia

I am starting this thread to keep track of Somaliland's Foreign Minister Dr. Yasin Haji. Mohamoud Hiir (Faratoon).