This article explores the multifaceted implications of this naval base for regional security, political dynamics, and economic stability, emphasizing the importance of support from key stakeholders such as Egypt. This agreement allows Ethiopia access to a 12-mile strip of Somaliland’s coastline to develop a naval base. An Ethiopian naval presence in Somaliland could bolster maritime security, deter piracy, and counter Houthi rebel activities from Yemen. Security ImplicationsSomaliland President Muse Bihi Abdi has highlighted the security benefits of the Ethiopian naval base. ConclusionThe establishment of an Ethiopian naval base in Somaliland represents a significant shift in the geopolitical dynamics of the Horn of Africa.

Source: Ethiopian News June 20, 2024 10:30 UTC