A US congressman has proposed legislation that would see Somaliland recognised as an independent nation, renewing debate over sovereignty, diplomacy, and US policy in the Horn of Africa.
Rep Scott Perry, who represents Pennsylvania, said Friday that he has introduced the Republic of Somaliland Independence Act, arguing that Somaliland has more than three decades of stability. ''Somaliland demonstrated the kind of governance, stability, and cooperation that America should support," he wrote in a post on X. "Foreign adversaries are on the march in Africa and around the globe, and it's in our national interest to strengthen relationships with partners who share our values and contribute to our security, whenever and wherever prudent." His remarks have been fodder for mixed reactions.
While some agree with Perry that it is time Somaliland is recognised, others feel it could divide and destabilise Africa. "I've spent significant time there.
This is the right decision," said Cameron Hamilton, responding to Perry's post.
