U.S. and Somaliland Hold Initial Talks on Recognition and Military Base Deal

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U.S. and #Somaliland Hold Initial Talks on Recognition and Military Base Deal

The renowned Financial Times, citing a senior U.S. government official, has reported that the first round of talks has taken place between the Somaliland Presidency and the U.S. government. The discussions focused on a potential agreement that would grant Somaliland formal recognition in exchange for allowing the U.S. to establish a military base along the Berbera coastline.

According to the publication, the information remains limited to preliminary talks between the two sides, with no final agreement reached yet.

Speculation about a possible recognition of Somaliland by the Trump administration has intensified in recent weeks, raising questions about what the U.S. might seek in return for granting such recognition at this time.

The Port of Berbera, strategically located along the Gulf of Aden, has gained significant attention due to its potential role in the ongoing crisis in the Red Sea. The area has become increasingly important as Houthi militant attacks in Yemen continue to disrupt maritime trade routes.

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