In April 2025, the CCP arranged for Somalia to bar Taiwanese passport holders from transiting into Somaliland. And Chinese support to Somalia is benefiting anti Somaliland groups working to erode its sovereignty. Despite these threats, Somaliland remains committed to forging closer ties with the US and is actively engaged in enhancing military cooperation, counterterrorism efforts, and economy and trade partnerships. To do so, to the greatest effect and the greatest benefit to American national security interest, it requires the status of a state. I urge you to grant it that recognition. (28:43–28:56)
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Asserts Somaliland's commitment to strengthening ties with the US in various sectors.
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