By Abdirasaaq Cadami Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG)
The Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG) has taken note of reports that Dr. Mohamed Hassan attended the Djibouti Somali Heritage Conference, claiming to represent the Waddani Party. This has raised serious concerns within our organization and among the people of Somaliland.
President-elect Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi Irro won the trust of the Somaliland public with a historic 65% of the vote a record-breaking achievement that demonstrates the overwhelming confidence placed in him by the people. As he prepares to assume office, there is an expectation for his administration to stand firm on matters of sovereignty and to deliver more than any previous administration.
The Djibouti Somali Heritage Conference is closely linked to the idea of “Somaliweyn,” a concept that fundamentally contradicts Somaliland’s sovereignty. SL-SAG is deeply concerned about Dr. Mohamed Hassan’s participation in this event. If he attended with the approval of President-elect Irro or the Waddani leadership, this decision risks sending the wrong message at a critical moment in Somaliland’s journey.
The new administration must make it clear that Somaliland’s sovereignty is not negotiable. Dialogue with Somalia should only happen on the basis of mutual recognition as two independent states. Somaliland does not have territorial disputes or animosity with Somalia, but any engagement that fails to respect our independence is a waste of time.
As SL-SAG, we urge President-elect Irro to prioritize the mandate given to him by the people. Somalilanders expect him to address and reverse the agreements made under the previous administration that compromised our national interests. It is vital that any representative of the Waddani Party or the government firmly reject actions or forums that undermine Somaliland’s independence.
We call on the President-elect and his administration to take a principled stand, ensuring clarity and consistency in Somaliland’s policies and actions. The people of Somaliland deserve leadership that reflects their aspirations and defends their sovereignty at all costs.
About SL-SAG The Somaliland Strategic Advisory Group (SL-SAG) is focused on promoting the statehood and sovereignty of the Republic of Somaliland.
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