I think they might have oil and gas. I think that they could be a strategic partner. I admire. And they want to stand with America. They are standing up. It is in our national interest to recognize Somaliland. Amen. To have a major ally on the Horn of Africa that is standing with us. That's significant. And look, I am someone who is very, very much America first. We should be putting American national security interests first and recognizing Somaliland enhances those interests. Absolutely. (46:41–46:52)
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Asserts that recognizing Somaliland is in the U.S. national interest for strategic alliances.
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