Following the dissolution of the Warsaw Pact, the United States and its allies emerged as the predominant global power, shaping a new unipolar world order. As noted by economist Jeffrey Sachs, even neutrality has increasingly been perceived as subversive in this paradigm. In the

In Somalia’s fragile political environment, where clan dynamics and instability shape governance, trust is the most critical asset a leader can possess. Without it, even the most well-intended policies will face resistance, as deep-rooted divisions and skepticism hinder progress.

Various actors in Somalia - including interest groups (political/business), extremist factions, corrupt officials, clan-based networks, foreign-funded groups/individuals and some self-serving federal member state leaders - appear to operate in ways that, whether intentionally or

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President @HSM’s offer to USA blatantly disregards legal and democratic norms. As a federal country, Somalia must follow constitutional protocols requiring the President to consult with the Federal Member States and both houses of parliament. By sidestepping these safeguards, the

The deepening instability and poverty afflicting Somalia today are not the result of resource scarcity, but a direct consequence of governance failure and the betrayal of public trust by those in power. The time has come to confront this truth and for the President HSM call for

It was evident that both Houses of the Somali Parliament were coerced into granting their approval to this agreement without ever being given access to the full content of the agreement. In stark contrast, the other party -Turkiye - to the agreement fully complied with its

In light of the recurring events in the country, it is clear that #Somalia is generally in a state of neglect, which could threaten its very existence mainly driven by a lack of foresight, #corruption, #terrorism and increasing foreign #interference, which grows stronger with

Maanta waxaan booqday guriga safaaradda Soomaaliya ee Brussels, halkaas oo hawlo waaweyn oo dhir iyo caws jaris ah ka socdaan. Mahadda waxaa iska leh Safiirada Dr. Khadiija Cosoble iyo jaaliyadda Soomaaliyeed ee Belgium. The spirit of the Somali people is alive, all they need

Current administration’s “Gorilla politics” characterized by intimidation, dominance and the suppression of open dialogue is taking a heavy toll on Somalia’s future - deepening political #divisions, where two #FMS entirely ceased cooperating with the federal government, while

President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s formation of a political party in collaboration with few selected Federal Member State (FMS) leaders and other actors in the middle of his term constitutes a serious violation of the foundational principles that legitimized his mandate. This

H.E. Mohamed Farmaajo “I strongly caution against prioritizing personal alliances over national unity, as it risks leading the country down a path that undermines cohesion and stability.”

The Peace of Westphalia in 1648 laid the groundwork for what we now understand as the modern nation-state. This idea was later formalized in the 1933 Montevideo Convention on the Rights and Duties of States, which set out four key criteria for statehood: a clearly defined

For Kenya to maintain contact with Somalia's federal member states, it must use established diplomatic channels by submitting requests through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It is laughable to issue statements recognizing the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) as the sole

When reflecting on the deep dysfunction in HSM’s #leadership, Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s concept of “captivated stupidity” feels hauntingly relevant. The crisis we face is not simply one of poor governance or lack of competence, it is the moral failure of leaders who have surrendered

President HSM’s recent statement, though presented in the language of inclusivity and national dialogue, appears to be a carefully orchestrated attempt to deflect transparency and accountability amid growing public concern about the performance of the government. His recent

Good old days will be back Insha Allah! Leadership requires knowledge & good intentions! Mohamed Farmaajo warns his ministers from corruption & personal interests. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud on the other hand encouraged them to loot (khidmad) & nepotism! Leadership is nothing but vision &

The current administration of President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud (HSM) in Somalia has demonstrated a diplomatic approach that leans heavily on utility, favoring short-term tactical gains and selective alliances over a coherent long-term national strategy. This cheap transactional

What unfolded between Israel and Iran in the last 12 days reaffirms the wisdom of the #Somali saying, “Rag i daa kuguma daayo, ee aan isdaynuu kugu daayaa” - loosely translated as, “A man may not forsake you in your plea, but he will walk away when peace must be equally desired