Somaliland Nears Trade Agreement with Israel, Seeks Investment in Key Resource Sectors
STRATEGIC MINERALS
Somaliland is nearing a trade agreement with Israel, focusing on investment in key sectors such as minerals, oil, gas, agriculture, and energy, particularly highlighting its lithium reserves. President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi plans to visit Israel following an invitation from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite criticism from Somalia and other nations. Somaliland is also collaborating with the UAE on investments at Berbera port and seeks Saudi involvement in its development.

Feb 4, 2026, 10:54 AM