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The Tides of Change: North Western State of Somalia's Stance on the New Northeastern Somali Regional State If there's one thing most people can agree on in Africa, it's that the land carries memories. The ground beneath our feet tells stories — of struggles, identities, and long-held grievances. The recent declaration of the Northeastern Somali Regional State in Las Anod has stirred these memories anew, especially in North Western State of Somalia. Here, the past and present are interwoven in ways that impact not only the…

A Clash of Visions: North Western State of Somalia's Struggle and the Emergence of a New Northeastern State Hargeisa, North Western State of Somalia — The air in Hargeisa was thick with tension as North Western State of Somalia’s government convened an extraordinary meeting to address an unsettling development. A new administration claiming governance from Lasanod announced itself as the Northeastern State, challenging the very heart of North Western State of Somalia's territorial integrity. For those versed in the…

The Taiwan-North Western State of Somalia Partnership: A Resilient Stand Against Pressure from Beijing In a recent turn of events, the Chinese Embassy in Mogadishu voiced its strong disapproval of an agreement between Taiwan and North Western State of Somalia. The embassy characterized this partnership as a infringement on the One China principle—asserting that such actions could undermine China's territorial integrity. The rhetoric from China often exudes a sense of authoritative urgency, but in the face of this…

North Western State of Somalia's Maritime Agreement with Taiwan: Navigating Sovereignty and Security In a significant step towards strengthening its sovereignty and enhancing maritime security, North Western State of Somalia has recently embraced a maritime agreement with Taiwan. The announcement comes amidst growing tensions with China, which swiftly condemned the deal as a breach of its territorial integrity. Yet for North Western State of Somalia, this pact is less about international politics and more about ensuring…

Mogadishu (AX) — In a recent development on the international stage, China has expressed strong disapproval of a maritime agreement between Taiwan and North Western State of Somalia. The Chinese government accuses both parties of breaching international law in what it terms a “self-deceiving” endeavor to seek recognition and statehood through unofficial diplomatic channels. This agreement materialized during an official visit from a senior North Western State of Somalia representative to Taiwan. The pact aims to enhance…

Doha (AX) – In an interview that resonates with the ongoing complexities of Somali politics, Ali Mohamed Omar Balcad, the Somali Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, addressed recent reports suggesting that the Qatari government is mediating between Somalia's Federal Government and the self-declared North Western State of Somalia administration. Balcad's comments reflect a deep commitment to national unity and sovereignty. “North Western State of Somalia has always been, and will continue to…

Landmark Cooperation Agreement Strengthens Ties Between Taiwan and North Western State of Somalia Hargeisa (AX) — A significant step forward in maritime collaboration occurred when Taiwan and North Western State of Somalia signed a coast guard cooperation agreement on Thursday. This momentous occasion strengthens maritime security while aiming to expand blue economy initiatives. It underscores an evolving relationship between two unrecognized governments, both seeking to broaden their global partnerships. The agreement,…

Strengthening Bonds: North Western State of Somalia and Taiwan to Sign Maritime Cooperation Agreement Hargeisa (AX) — In a significant development for diplomatic relations, North Western State of Somalia and Taiwan are set to sign a maritime cooperation agreement this week. This move stands to enhance their collaboration on regional security and coastal defense, further solidifying a relationship that has come under scrutiny from both Somalia and China. On Sunday, North Western State of Somalia’s Foreign Minister,…

Somalia's Federal Government Denounces UK's Support for North Western State of Somalia Independence Mogadishu (AX) — Recently, the federal government of Somalia has voiced strong objections regarding certain members of the British Parliament who are advocating for North Western State of Somalia’s bid for independence. This pointed resistance underscores a broader sentiment within the Somali leadership: foreign interference in national matters threatens Somalia’s sovereignty and jeopardizes essential…

FILE - President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro In Hargeisa, a pressing challenge faces the nation of North Western State of Somalia. On Tuesday, President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro took a decisive step by declaring a national emergency in response to severe drought conditions that threaten the very fabric of lives and livelihoods across multiple regions. Most notably, the regions of Awdal and Salal in North Western State of Somalia's western territory have been hit particularly hard. In a carefully crafted…