Somaliland

Anything for a Dollar: Djibouti, Arms Smuggling, and Terrorism

Djibouti's role in arms smuggling fuels regional conflicts in Yemen, Lebanon, and Somalia whilst undermining Somaliland recognition.

A New Protectorate: Türkiye in the Horn of Africa

In Part 2 of our first Horn of Africa series, Guled Ahmed and I explore Erdogan's exploitation of geopolitics in Somaliland, Somalia, and Ethiopia.

Unrecognised Independence: The Somaliland Case

In the first edition of this Horn of Africa series, Guled Ahmed and I explore Somaliland's 1960 independence, legal challenges, and state-building journey. Listen now!

Triangular Diplomacy: Djibouti, the Houthis, and Somalia

Somaliland emerges as a stable partner while Djibouti deepens China ties, fueling Red Sea tensions, illicit trade, and regional instability.

Türkiye’s Space Race Gathers Momentum with Somali Launch Pad

Türkiye is constructing a rocket launch facility in Somalia, which not only advances its space ambitions but also enhances its geopolitical influence in Africa, while providing economic benefits and job opportunities for Somalia amidst regional instability and ongoing conflicts.

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ASEAN Rethinks China Stance after U.S. Trade War

Xi’s visit to Vietnam highlights China’s pivot to ASEAN as the U.S.-China trade war reshapes regional alliances and global supply chains.

Sahel Split Gives Moscow a Way In

France and Algeria clash over diplomat arrest, sparking historic rift as Russia exploits Sahel tensions to challenge French influence.

One Against Twenty-Six: Hungary’s Tariff Gamble

Hungary breaks EU ranks on U.S. tariffs, citing national interest and economic impact as Orbán pursues independent foreign policy path.

The Great Wall of Belt and Road, the EU Looks East

EU and China to hold July 2025 summit in Beijing, aiming to deepen ties as Trump-era tariffs strain transatlantic trade relations.