Washington, D.C. – The Foreign Minister of Somaliland, Abdirahman Dahir Adam, concluded a series of high-level consultations in Washington this week aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic ties between the United States and Somaliland.
During his visit, Abdirahman met with senior U.S. State Department officials, members of Congress, policy think tanks, and representatives of the Somali diaspora. The discussions focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation in security, development, and regional stability in the Horn of Africa.
In a statement released by the Somaliland Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abdirahman emphasized the importance of strengthening Somaliland’s partnership with the US, particularly in areas such as counter-terrorism, economic investment, education, and democratic governance. He reaffirmed Somaliland’s commitment to peace, democracy, and regional collaboration.
“Somaliland is a reliable partner in a volatile region. Our democratic institutions, stability, and commitment to fighting extremism make us a valuable ally for the U.S.,” Abdirahman said following his meetings.
Analysts in Washington view the minister’s visit as a calculated effort to bolster Somaliland’s international recognition campaign and highlight its strategic importance amid growing geopolitical competition in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden.
The visit also comes amid renewed discussions in Washington about U.S. policy in the Horn of Africa, with lawmakers increasingly calling for a pragmatic approach to engaging stable and democratic entities in the region, including Somaliland.
While the United States does not officially recognize Somaliland as an independent state, the visit was seen by observers as a positive step in expanding informal relations. Abdirahman is expected to continue diplomatic outreach in the coming weeks with further engagements in Europe and the African Union.
The Somaliland delegation concluded the Washington visit with a public lecture hosted by a leading U.S. think tank, where Abdirahman outlined the region’s vision for peace, economic growth, and international cooperation.