By Goth Mohamed Goth
JERUSALEM – Israel’s Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced today that Israel will remove trade and investment barriers with the Republic of Somaliland, following a historic visit by Somaliland’s President to Jerusalem.
“Welcome to Israel, President of Somaliland Abdirahman Mohamed Abdilahi,” Smotrich wrote on X. “The historic visit to Jerusalem symbolizes the strong partnership between our two countries.”
Smotrich confirmed he also met with Somaliland’s Central Bank Governor and other ministers. “The Ministry of Finance, which I head, will work to remove barriers and promote cooperation that will realize the full potential of trade and investments between the two nations,” he added.
The development marks a deepening strategic alliance between Israel and Somaliland, a Horn of Africa nation seeking international recognition. Israeli officials view the move as a significant step toward expanded bilateral ties focused on security, economic development, and regional stability.
Further details on agreements are expected in the coming days.
