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Somaliland President Seeks Global Recognition at Davos

1/23/2026

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Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi attended the World Economic Forum in Davos to gain international recognition for Somaliland and promote investment.
He met with Eric Trump and Israel’s President Isaac Herzog, who recently recognized Somaliland.
Abdullahi highlighted investment opportunities, notably the Berbera deep-sea port.
Despite autonomy since 1991, Somaliland faces challenges winning global recognition amid Somalia's instability.
The Trump Organization's revised ethical guidelines may affect future international business engagements.

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Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi attended the World Economic Forum in Davos to gain international recognition for Somaliland and promote investment.
He met with Eric Trump and Israel’s President Isaac Herzog, who recently recognized Somaliland.
Abdullahi highlighted investment opportunities, notably the Berbera deep-sea port.
Despite autonomy since 1991, Somaliland faces challenges winning global recognition amid Somalia's instability.
The Trump Organization's revised ethical guidelines may affect future international business engagements.