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New diplomacy may entrench Somalia-Somaliland impasse


 Significance
 Since then, Somaliland has experienced a flurry of diplomatic outreach from Taiwan, Kenya and Egypt, which has raised hopes that the self-declared republic may finally be on a path towards recognition of its independence. These developments come at a time of regional political upheaval, and as Somaliland President Abdi Muse Bihi’s administration faces a crisis of public confidence amid worsening governance and democratic decay. 
 
 
 Impacts
 Somaliland’s links with Egypt, Kenya and Taiwan could incur reprisals from Ethiopia, Somalia and China, respectively.
 Politicking over the timing and modality of elections in Somalia will continue to overshadow talks with Somaliland.
 The scramble for allies and infrastructure deals makes resolution of Somaliland’s independence less rather than more likely for now.
