The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Somaliland has issued a strong warning against the spread of unverified and false information regarding the potential establishment of a U.S. diplomatic office in Somaliland.
In a statement released Director General Mohamed Abdurahman Hassan emphasized that reports claiming the U.S. is set to open a diplomatic mission or lift its travel advisory for Somaliland are inaccurate and lack credible sources.
He clarified that references to such developments appear in a proposed bill within the U.S. Department of State Authorization Act, which has only been approved by the House Foreign Affairs Committee and has not yet advanced through the full House of Representatives or the Senate.
Director General Hassan further noted that the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (FY2026 NDAA) does not include any provisions related to these matters, directly refuting circulating claims. He urged Somaliland’s national media outlets and other institutions to refrain from disseminating unconfirmed reports, particularly those amplified on social media platforms, and to prioritize verification of facts from official channels.
“The dissemination of unverified information can damage the reputation of our national institutions,” the Director General stated. “It is essential that foreign affairs-related news be grounded in verified legal facts and reliable official sources.”
The statement comes amid heightened international interest in Somaliland’s strategic position in the Horn of Africa, including recent high-level U.S. military and diplomatic engagements in Hargeisa.
The Ministry reiterated its commitment to transparent and factual communication on diplomatic matters.