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The Challenges Facing Somaliland

09 Apr 2014
Minister of National Planning and Development of Somaliland, The Hon Dr Saad Ali Shire

The AIIA hosted an informal meeting with a delegation from Somaliland hosted by the Somaliland Australian Friendship Foundation in April 2014.

The Hon Dr Saad Ali Shire, Minister of National Planning and Development of Somaliland, shares his insights on Somaliland’s quest for international recognition, relations with Somalia and the development challenges it faces. He discussed the potential for cooperation between Australia and Somaliland.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vCDF2ab8Tok

 

 

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