15/06/2026
Today, a new chapter in history has been written. I express my deepest gratitude and appreciation to the Prime Minister of Israel, Mr. Benjamin Netanyahu, the State of Israel and the people of Israel, who have become the first country in 35 years to officially recognize the Republic of Somaliland as an independent state with its own sovereignty, independence and full right to self-determination.
This courageous decision confirms the resilience, political maturity and aspiration of the people of the Republic of Somaliland for peace, democracy and the right to self-determination. The people of Somaliland will never forget this historic step based on friendship, mutual respect and genuine understanding.
We believe that Somaliland and Israel will build a deep and lasting partnership, based on mutual respect, security, progress, innovation and partnership that serves the interests of both peoples.
It is also a great pleasure for me that the Republic of Somaliland and the State of Israel have officially signed the Strategic Declaration on Bilateral Cooperation. This historic partnership lays the foundation for a lasting strategic relationship, strengthening cooperation between the two countries in the areas of Agriculture, Water, Security, Technology, Investment and Infrastructure Development.
This is a historic victory for the people of the Republic of Somaliland, and an event that will leave a lasting mark that will not be erased from the pages of our national history.
Thank God. Somaliland has won.
UNPO Ministry of Foreign Affairs - Somaliland יצחק הרצוג - Isaac Herzog