The Growing Alliance Between Somalia and Turkey: Unveiling the Strategic Motivations
In October 2024, Turkey's bigwig, Recep Erdogan, launched a seismic research vessel bound for Somalia, as captured by Turkish Presidency/Murat Kula/Handout/Anadolu through Getty Images.
Turkey's been dialing up its connection with Somalia lately. They're backing Somalia in safeguarding its seas and have penned a pact to scout for oil and gas along the East African country's coast.
Chatter has also surfaced about Turkey setting up a missile and rocket testing ground in Somalia.
These moves highlight Turkey's bold dreams and…