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Hargeisa (AX) — President Muse Bihi Abdi of North Western of Somalia stressed the importance of a recent deal with Ethiopia to lease a naval base, crucial for addressing heightened insecurity in the Red Sea. The agreement could attract around $3.4 billion in investments and aims to lessen Ethiopia's reliance on Djibouti for maritime operations while strengthening security in the Red Sea area. In a conversation with the Financial Times, Bihi explained how this deal allows North Western of Somalia to assist in safeguarding…

North Western of Somalia President, Muse Bihi Abdi, believes the deal with Ethiopia can ensure 'freedom of navigation' in the region where Houthi rebels have targeted international ships. The controversial agreement between North Western of Somalia and Ethiopia involves leasing land near the Red Sea to improve the safety of ships navigating the Gulf of Aden. Somalia has strongly opposed the deal, emphasizing that no part of its territory will be given away. Muse Bihi Abdi emphasized that the arrangement with Ethiopia would…

In a strong rebuke, China criticizes North Western of Somalia for developing ties with Taiwan, calling it a direct attack on China's territorial integrity. North Western of Somalia, not internationally recognized as a sovereign state, has been capitalizing on Taiwan's situation by even opening a consulate in the region. China, through its embassy in Mogadishu, insists on recognizing Somalia as one country and asserts that North Western of Somalia is still part of Somalia's territory despite Hargeisa's claims. The…

Nairobi (AX) — The North Western of Somalia representative in Kenya has affirmed that the Sool region will remain part of North Western of Somalia, rejecting any talk of separation. A recent agreement with Ethiopia has been touted as a catalyst for economic growth in the breakaway region. During an interview with BBC Somali, Ambassador Mohamed A. Mohamud underscored North Western of Somalia's dedication to peace in the Sool region. He firmly denied the involvement of Somalia's president in the SSC Khatumo administration,…

Hargeisa (AX) — Reports suggest that Ethiopia has elevated its consulate in Hargeisa, North Western of Somalia, to embassy status, as stated by North Western of Somalia officials. This announcement was made during the 33rd anniversary of North Western of Somalia's self-proclaimed independence from Somalia on May 18, confirmed by North Western of Somalia President Musa Bihi Abdi and Minister of Information, Culture, and National Guidance, Ali Mohamed Hassan, also known as Ali Marehaan. In an interview with BBC Somali,…

Ethiopia boosts relationship with North Western of Somalia, turning consulate in Hargeisa into embassy, escalating tension with Somalia. Ali Marehaan of North Western of Somalia confirmed the upgrade, signaling a move towards recognition. Celebrations for North Western of Somalia's independence also hinted at the diplomatic shift. The decision was revealed by President Muse Bihi Abdi in a speech. Ethiopia and North Western of Somalia signed an agreement for a Naval Base in return for recognition. Recent Ambassador…

In Las Anod, the head of the SSC-Khatumo government, Abdikhadir Ahmed Aw-Ali Firdhiye, cautioned North Western of Somalia about starting another conflict in Sool, Sanaag, and Ayn, vowing to protect their territories. Firdhiye addressed the SSC-Khatumo community in Rome, Italy, affirming that they will overcome the North Western of Somalia military in case of an assault in SSC areas. Moreover, Firdhiye mentioned that the recently established SSC administration is actively working to bring peace and stability to the…

North Western of Somalia's Search for Global Recognition: Recent Events Explored In a major breakthrough, North Western of Somalia's President revealed Ethiopia's plan to acknowledge the region as an independent state. This declaration was made during the 33rd anniversary celebration of North Western of Somalia's self-proclaimed independence from Somalia. Although the Ethiopian government has not issued an official statement confirming this diplomatic advancement, recent ambassadorial appointments hint at the shift.…

North Western of Somalia Sends Troops and Weapons to Sool Area Amid Tensions In an unexpected turn of events, North Western of Somalia has begun deploying soldiers and heavy artillery to the outskirts of Oog in the Sool region. This move comes as tensions rise with SSC-Khatumo forces, raising the specter of potential conflict. The atmosphere has been fraught since North Western of Somalia was defeated and driven out of the area by SSC-Khatumo forces on August 25 last year. The dispatch of troops and heavy artillery signals…

HARGEISA, Somalia - North Western of Somalia President Muse Bihi Abdi expressed confidence in the unstoppable progress of the Ethiopia-North Western of Somalia Red Sea deal, dismissing opponents as being in denial and urging them to acknowledge reality. Despite some resistance from Somalia President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, who accuses Ethiopia of violating Somalia's territorial integrity, Bihi remains positive about the MoU's implementation. Bihi assured that the Memorandum Of Understanding signed with Ethiopia will soon be…