The Chairman of the opposition KULMIYE party, Mohamed Kahin Ahmed, has said that the pursuit of international recognition for Somaliland is a national cause shared by all Somalilanders and should not be claimed by any individual, political party, or group.
Speaking after returning to Somaliland on Wednesday, Mohamed Kahin Ahmed stressed that the quest for recognition transcends political differences and represents a collective national aspiration.
He said Somaliland would warmly welcome recognition from any country willing to extend it, adding that the nation would gladly accept such recognition whenever it comes.
“We will accept recognition from whoever is willing to recognize us,” he said.
Recognition is a national cause that belongs to all of us. It is not owned by the government, Kaah, KULMIYE, or Waddani. We all share responsibility for pursuing and achieving recognition together.”
The KULMIYE chairman also noted that Somaliland does not expect recognition from countries it considers hostile to its interests.
Calling for national unity, Mohamed Kahin Ahmed urged political parties and the wider public not to politicize the recognition issue or use it to advance partisan agendas. He emphasized that international recognition would be a victory for the entire nation rather than for any single leader, party, or administration.
“Recognition is a national achievement that belongs to all Somalilanders,” he said, urging citizens and political stakeholders to stand together in defending and advancing the cause on the international stage.