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2024-04-08 Africa Horn
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Somalia expels Ethiopian ambassador as Tensions Rise Over Port Deal, Puntland defiantly keeps Mighty Ethiop consulate open
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04/04/2024
[ShabelleMedia] In a significant escalation of tensions between Somalia and Æthiopia, Somalia has sent back the Æthiopian ambassador and closed two consulates in the semi-autonomous region of Puntland
...a region in northeastern Somalia, centered on Garowe in the Nugaal province. Its leaders declared the territory an autonomous state in 1998. Puntland and the equally autonomous Somaliland seem to have avoided the clan rivalries and warlordism that have typified the rest of Somalia, which puts both places high on the list for Islamic subversion...
and another in the breakaway region of Somaliland
 ...Republic of Somaliland is an unrecognised sovereign state in the Horn of Africa, recognised internationally as a de jure part of Somalia. It is located in the southern coast of the Gulf of Aden with approximately 5.7 million residents as of 2021. The capital and largest city is Hargeisa. The government regards itself as the successor state to British Somaliland, which united from 1960 to 1991 with the Trust Territory of Somaliland (the former Italian Somaliland) to form the Somali Republic. Under the Siad Barre regime, Somaliadestroyed ninety percent of Hargeisa Per international law, once you're in, you gotta stay in, no matter how bad it smells....
The move comes as a response to rising tensions over a controversial port deal, which has sparked fears of further destabilization in the Horn of Africa.
The port deal in question involves Æthiopia leasing 20 km of coastline in Somaliland, a territory that Somalia claims as its own. Somaliland has enjoyed effective autonomy since 1991 and has been seeking international recognition as an independent state. However,
if you can't say something nice about a person some juicy gossip will go well...
Somalia has consistently opposed this and insists that Somaliland is a part of its territory.
Æthiopia, a landlocked country, has been seeking access to a port for its economic and strategic interests. The memorandum of understanding signed on January 1st with Somaliland would allow Æthiopia to set up a naval base in the region. In exchange for this, Æthiopia has offered possible recognition of Somaliland.
The move has sparked a defiant response from Somalia, with President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud stating in February that his country would "defend itself" if Æthiopia goes ahead with the deal. This has led to a diplomatic crisis, with Somalia taking a strong stance against the port deal and Æthiopia’s intentions in the region.
The situation remains tense, and the international community may need to play a role in mediating the dispute to prevent further escalation of tensions in the region. The Horn of Africa is already affected by various conflicts and humanitarian crises, and the port deal could potentially exacerbate the situation.
The future of the port deal and the relationship between Somalia and Æthiopia is uncertain. Both countries have a history of conflict and cooperation, and it remains to be seen how they will resolve their differences in this case. The situation is still developing, and the outcome could have significant implications for the stability of the region.
Puntland Defies Somali Government, Maintains Ethiopian Consulate in Garowe
05/04/2024
[ShabelleMedia In a bold move, Puntland, a regional state in Somalia, has openly dismissed a directive from the Somali federal government to close the Ethiopian consulate in Garowe.
This decision underscores Puntland’s determination to independently engage with the international community, challenging the central government’s authority on foreign policy matters.
The Ethiopian consulate in Garowe has been a point of contention between Puntland and the Somali federal government. The federal government’s directive to close the consulate reflects its broader effort to consolidate control over foreign policy and diplomacy in Somalia. However, Puntland’s refusal to comply with this directive signals a significant challenge to the central government’s authority.
Puntland’s decision to maintain the Ethiopian consulate in Garowe is rooted in its desire to strengthen its ties with neighboring countries and pursue its interests independently. The regional state has long sought greater autonomy and has often clashed with the federal government over issues of governance and resource management.
The Ethiopian consulate in Garowe has served as a vital channel for diplomatic and economic relations between Puntland and Ethiopia. By keeping the consulate open, Puntland aims to foster closer cooperation with Ethiopia in areas such as trade, security, and infrastructure development.
This latest development comes at a time of heightened tensions between Puntland and the Somali federal government. The two sides have been at odds over various issues, including the distribution of power and resources within the country.
Puntland’s defiance of the federal government’s directive on the Ethiopian consulate is likely to exacerbate these tensions and could have wider implications for Somalia’s federal structure.
As Puntland continues to assert its independence and pursue its interests on the international stage, it remains to be seen how the Somali federal government will respond to this challenge to its authority. The outcome of this standoff could have far-reaching consequences for Somalia’s political stability and its relations with neighboring countries. 
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