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Washington and Somaliland's Port Deal
Somaliland's president offered Washington access to Berbera port but got no recognition.
In brief
Somaliland's president offered Washington access to Berbera port but got no recognition. Somaliland's president sought U.S. recognition in exchange for port and mineral access but received nothing. Originally reported by Allafrica.
Somaliland's President Visits Washington
Somaliland's president spent two weeks in Washington this month offering almost everything he has.
Berbera Port Offer
He described Berbera as a modern deep water facility with $442 million emirati investment.
Military Access Negotiation
He offered military access as a matter for negotiation and declined to rule out a future base agreement.
Recognition Request
He only asked for one thing in return: recognition.
No Recognition Granted
Washington secured no recognition for Somaliland despite the offer.
Greenland Security Deal
The United States secured expanded security rights in Greenland with Denmark.
Greenland Agreement Details
The agreement recognizes sovereignty with denmark and allows permanent access and overflight rights.
Somaliland's Port Offer
Somaliland offered the port and minerals to the United States in exchange for recognition.
Somalia's Port Offer
Somalia's president offered exclusive operational control of Berbera port to the United States.
Two Governments, One Port
Both Somaliland and Somalia have offered the port to Washington but will not sign the same agreement.
African Union Stance
The African Union has not recognized Somaliland since 2005.
Houthi Warning
Houthi leader warned that Israeli assets in Somaliland would be legitimate military targets.
Maersk Suspension
Maersk suspended new cargo bookings to Berbera port in April.
What to Watch
Whether Maersk resumes bookings or the African Union revisits its 2005 findings.
The short version
Somaliland's president sought U.S. recognition in exchange for port and mineral access but received nothing.
