By Goth Mohamed Goth
NAIROBI– Kenyan media extensively covered the opening of Somaliland’s diplomatic office
in Nairobi today by the President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdillahi Mohamed Abdirahman (Irro).
Reports confirmed the opening follows the Kenyan government’s formal approval to upgrade Somaliland’s existing liaison office to full diplomatic status.
Kenya Times* detailed the attendance of Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii, Senator Mohamed Said Chute, and other Kenyan officials alongside President Muse Bihi Abdi at the ceremony.
Diplomats from multiple countries based in Nairobi also participated broadly in the event inaugurating the “Diplomatic Office of Somaliland
Kenyan outlets indicated the new office will handle key areas including Trade, Investment, Consular Services, and Diplomatic Relations.
Daily Nation provided comprehensive coverage of the office (referred to as an embassy in their reporting), highlighting its unveiling at a major event.
Details of a meeting between Somaliland’s H.E. Abdillahi Mohamed Abdirahman (Irro).and Kenyan President William Ruto were also widely published across Kenyan newspapers and media platforms.