DUBAI (SD) – The President of the Republic of Somaliland, H.E. Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi (Irro), has participated for the second consecutive year in the World Government Summit, held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

This summit, one of the most important international gatherings in the world, primarily focuses on modern leadership, good governance, the development of statehood, and the future vision of the world.

This year’s World Governments Summit was attended by thousands of individuals, including heads of state, international leaders, prime ministers, ministers, international experts, major businesspeople, and representatives from major international organizations. This broad level of participation demonstrates the summit’s importance and influence in shaping global politics and development.

The President of the Republic of Somaliland’s participation in the summit for the second consecutive year clearly underscores Somaliland’s increasingly significant role on the international stage.

During the summit, the President will have the opportunity to hold fruitful meetings with global leaders and officials, where he will detail the progress, stability, and future aspirations of the Republic of Somaliland.

Furthermore, participation in this international summit holds great diplomatic benefit for Somaliland, as the Republic of Somaliland presents its voice, perspectives, and statehood experience on a global platform, thereby strengthening diplomatic relations and international cooperation.

The World Governments Summit places particular emphasis on state innovation, the use of modern technology, global changes, and enhancing collaboration among the world’s nations. This makes it a crucial platform for the Republic of Somaliland to showcase its viewpoints, national interests, and its role in the region and the world.

The Republic of Somaliland’s participation in the World Governments Summit for the second consecutive year is a clear sign of the ongoing efforts by the government and its administration to strengthen diplomatic ties, elevate the country’s international name and reputation, and the ongoing struggle for the realization of full and universal recognition, as Somaliland confidently and prominently appears on the world’s stages.

The official visit simplifies Somaliland’s repeated invitation and participation alongside recognized nations and global leaders.

Somaliland’s participation occurs without formal UN or AU recognition. It functions as an independent state, presenting Somaliland’s statehood as an established, uncontested fact on the world stage.

The choice of Dubai as the venue is significant. The UAE has cultivated strong economic and security ties with Somaliland (e.g., the Berbera port and military base deal). The visit also subtly acknowledges and reinforces that strategic partnership.

This is not merely a routine attendance at an international summit. It is a sizeable political move projecting an image of sovereignty, which establishes Somaliland’s presence among nations, and incrementally builds the case for its ultimate goal: full UN diplomatic recognition. The attendance is a key part of this strategy, achieving a sense of routine and established international engagement.