Garowe(SD)-Puntland President Said Abdullahi Deni said Somalia cannot reconcile being a rich country, yet relying on international support.

Puntland opened its investment forum for the first time yesterday with investment opportunities in the region, with international investors and Somali entrepreneurs opening.

“Somalia is rich on land and sea, yet we’re still begging for help and relying on donations, Puntland will lead Somalia to become self-sufficient.” said Deni.