The KEY reason why the West should recognise Somaliland now
- Avi Yemini
- Mar 10
- 2 min read
Original Author: Avi Yemini
Original Publication: Rebel News
Date: March 09, 2026
Curated Excerpt (Fair Use)
Reporting from the docks of Berbera along the Gulf of Aden, this article explores Somaliland's three-decade pursuit of international recognition. Through an interview with a local port worker named Maftouh, the piece highlights the territory's achievements since declaring independence from Somalia in 1991. The report underscores that while the international community has largely ignored its sovereignty, Somaliland has successfully developed its own political institutions, economy, and military infrastructure, fostering a stable and peaceful democratic environment.
A central focus of the article is the strategic and economic significance of the Berbera port, which sits along a maritime corridor that handles roughly 30% of global trade. Bolstered by recent international investments, the port has been modernized with a new 400-meter quay and advanced equipment. Beyond maritime logistics, the article emphasizes the "Berbera corridor" as a critical gateway connecting Somaliland to landlocked Ethiopia—a rapidly growing market of 120 million consumers—demonstrating the territory's massive economic potential.
Ultimately, the piece argues that Western governments should reward Somaliland’s democratic and economic success rather than ignore it. Echoing calls for other nations to follow the diplomatic precedent recently set by Israel, the article issues a direct appeal to the United States and other global powers to formally recognize Somaliland's sovereignty, suggesting that such a move would yield mutual geopolitical and economic benefits.
About the Author
Avi Yemini is an Australian political commentator and the Australian correspondent for Rebel News. Rebel News is a Canadian-based alternative media platform focused on political and social commentary.
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