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Somaliland’s Minister of Aviation, Fu’ad Ahmed Nuh, has signed a $70 million investment agreement with Skills International Investment to renovate and modernize Egal International Airport in Hargeisa. The deal, finalized at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), marks the largest investment in Somaliland’s airport history and signals a new chapter in the region’s infrastructure development. Egal International Airport Upgrade: Strategic Significance for Hargeisa and Somaliland Hargeisa, with a population close to 1.2 million, is Somaliland’s commercial hub. Its economy benefits from growing sectors like construction, retail, and gemstone mining. For many years, Hargeisa’s air transport infrastructure has struggled to keep pace…

In an interview with Al Arabiya/Al Hadath, Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud focused on the Nile dispute.He described the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) as a “mega-project with sweeping implications for the entire Horn of Africa and beyond.” He stressed that Somalia’s ties with Ethiopia will not undermine its strategic partnership with Egypt, highlighting Cairo’s steady support for Somalia through military training and logistical aid. Rejecting Regional Rumors and Embracing Dialogue Responding to speculation of rising tensions, President Mohamud dismissed talk of an impending war between Eritrea and Ethiopia as “baseless rumors.” Instead, he framed Somalia’s diplomacy as a model…

The President of the Federal Republic of Somalia, H.E. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, delivered a powerful address at the Emergency Arab-Islamic Summit held in Doha, Qatar. The summit focused on the recent Israeli attack against the country, and President Hassan Sheikh used the platform to reinforce Somalia’s commitment to regional peace and stability. Solidarity with Qatar Amid Recent Israeli Attack President Hassan Sheikh reaffirmed Somalia’s solidarity with the government and people of Qatar during this challenging period. He described the attack as not only a direct threat to Qatar but as a violation that affects all Arab nations. Highlighting the need…

The creative economy refers to all industries built on creativity, knowledge, and intellectual property rather than purely on physical resources. It includes sectors such as: Essentially, it’s where culture meets business and turns ideas into economic value. The Global Significance of the Creative Economy Key Drivers Creative Economy in Arab World Countries like the UAE have launched national strategies to boost creative industries — aiming to make them 5% of GDP by 2031 — and positioning themselves as global hubs for innovators, artists and entrepreneurs. The creative economy is more resilient to automation, thrives on innovation and diversity, and plays…

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed on Tuesday that the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have begun a large-scale ground operation in Gaza City.He described it as a “decisive stage” in the ongoing conflict. Speaking at Tel Aviv District Court, Netanyahu said he did not request a closed session because “Israel is in a critical position,” noting that the move follows an intense wave of overnight airstrikes on the enclave. A Ground Operation in Gaza to Dismantle Hamas Infrastructure IDF spokesperson Avichay Adraee announced in Arabic that the army has started dismantling Hamas’ infrastructure and warned civilians that Gaza City is…

Climate change in Somalia today is raising emergencies.Repeated droughts, devastating floods and relentless desertification are stripping away an already fragile environment. According to a recent analysis by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), Somalia ranks among the most environmentally vulnerable countries on earth and is highly exposed to climate-induced displacement. Climate Change in Somalia and Conflict Intersect Climate change in Somalia does not happen in isolation. Extremist groups such as al-Shabab exploit environmental stress to tighten control over communities, using scarcity and instability as tools of influence. In riverine districts, unprecedented flooding has submerged entire villages, displacing thousands…

In a bold and unprecedented step and for the first time globally, Albania has introduced a new “AI minister”, with an artificial intelligence system designed to fight corruption at its roots. Named “Diella,” after the Albanian word for “sun,” this AI-powered official will oversee public procurement and ensure government contracts are awarded transparently and free from bribery. A New Era of Governance in Albania Prime Minister Edi Rama presented Diella as the first non-human member of the Albanian cabinet. The initiative marks both a symbolic and practical shift toward data-driven governance. By removing human vulnerability to bribery, personal agendas, or…

Puntland regional government has officially announced that its President, Said Abdullahi Deni, will run for the presidency of Somalia for a second term in the upcoming 2026 elections. The announcement was confirmed by Puntland’s Minister of Information, Mahmoud Aidid Durr, who highlighted Deni’s ongoing military campaign against ISIS militants hiding in the mountainous Bari region as a cornerstone of his re-election campaign. Safeguard the Somali State This effort, which has been underway for over eight months, underscores Deni’s commitment to security and stability in Somalia. Minister Durr stated, “Puntland government, a pillar of defense and development, is ready to safeguard…

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s attendance at the inauguration of Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) on 9 September in Benishangul region has ignited wide debate inside Somalia and across the Horn of Africa. While some observers argue that Mogadishu’s participation may unsettle Egypt, which is recalibrating its strategic posture in the region, others see it as an effort to balance Ethiopian and Egyptian influence on Somali politics. Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Calls for Regional Cooperation At the ceremony, President Mohamud stressed that GERD is not merely an Ethiopian achievement but a collective regional responsibility. He called for moving…

On 12 September, the United Nations General Assembly debated and adopted what is now known as the New York Declaration in support of a two-state solution to the Israeli–Palestinian conflict. While the resolution won overwhelming support — 142 countries voted in favour, 10 opposed, and 12 abstained — the absence of several prominent Arab and Muslim-majority countries from the vote surprised many observers. Unusual Voting Pattern Among those not participating were Iraq, Tunisia, Iran, Cameroon, Albania, South Sudan, and Ethiopia. Their absence came even as some Western countries traditionally viewed as close to Israel supported the declaration. This unusual voting…