By :Mohamed Duale, Horndiplomat Chief Editor
The Commander of the Somaliland National Army, Brigadier General Niman Yusuf Osman, received the Ambassador of Ethiopia to Somaliland, Teshome Shunde at the Somaliland Army Headquarters in Hargeisa. The Ethiopian Defense Attaché also accompanied the Ambassador during the Meeting.
The meeting focused on strengthening security cooperation between the two sides, with discussions covering regional security challenges and ways to enhance military collaboration. The engagement served as an introductory courtesy call for Brig. Gen. Niman Yusuf Osman, who was recently appointed as the Somaliland Army Chief by President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi “Irro”.
Somaliland and Ethiopia’s Strong Security Ties
Somaliland and Ethiopia have a longstanding security relationship centered on counterterrorism, border security, and intelligence sharing. Over the years, both sides have collaborated on military training programs and coordinated efforts to safeguard their respective territories.
Ethiopia also views Somaliland as a strategic partner in maintaining peace and stability in the Horn of Africa, given its geographical significance along the Gulf of Aden and the Red Sea.
