Somaliland: President Reassures UAE military facility won’t undermine regional security

[Deeq A.]

By: Ms. Farrah Mohumed

HARGEISA–The New President of Somaliland, Musa Bihi Abdi assures that UAE’s military facility won’t undermine the security of the neighboring countries. The president made the remarks in one-on-one interview with China Television Network to African continent and asserted that observing peace and security are among his main priorities. Once asked about his main priorities, the president has responded that he ensure security and the stability in the region. The president went on to say that the region lies in a hostile place where extremist organizations pose threat to its stability and peace. He also spoke of issues that he discussed with Ethiopian Premiere Hailamariam Desalegn during his meeting in Addis Ababa. He said that Somaliland’s port will be a gate to Ethiopia for its import and export. He further added that both countries will cooperate on peace and security in the region. Having embraced multi party politics and democracy then we will achieve in establishing good governance, said the president. He reiterated that Somaliland’s quest of an international recognition is legally and morally right and will table that motion to IGAD.