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Somaliland courts U.S. for sovereignty support

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Somaliland is willing to offer the U.S. a critical-minerals deals in its quest for international recognition as a sovereign state. Bloomberg's Simon Marks speaks to Joumanna Bercetche on Horizons Middle East and Africa about the lobbying effort.

Breakdown
  • Somaliland is seeking U.S. recognition by offering a military base and mineral access.
  • The region has declared independence for many years but remains unrecognized internationally. 28s
  • Somaliland's mineral resources, including lithium and copper, are largely unresearched. 55s
  • Lobbyists in the U.S. are pushing for Somaliland's recognition, highlighting its stability and democratic governance. 1m 35s
  • Some U.S. politicians and international figures are sympathetic to Somaliland's bid. 2m 25s
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