Voting is underway in Somaliland\u2019s long-delayed presidential election amid political tension in the Horn of Africa.<\/p>\n
Local media report voters lining up, voicing hopes for a stronger economy and more jobs. Over 1 million people are expected to vote at over 2,000 stations, with 28 international observers on site.<\/p>\n
Incumbent President Muse Bihi Abdi of the Kulmiye Party seeks a second term, aiming for Somaliland\u2019s international recognition. His opponents, Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi of the Waddani Party, promises democratic reforms, while Faisal Ali Warabe of the Justice and Welfare Party advocates a unity government.<\/p>\n
Since declaring independence from Somalia in 1991, Somaliland has maintained its own government, currency, and security, despite lacking global recognition. Economic challenges partly led to the election\u2019s delay since 2022.<\/p>\n
The region\u2019s recent agreement with Ethiopia for Indian Ocean access has sparked tension with Somalia, which sees it as a threat to its territorial integrity.<\/p>\n
This is Somaliland\u2019s fourth presidential election, though the delay has raised concerns about the stability of its electoral process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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