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Somaliland Opposition Leader Wins Presidential Election

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The Spin


Once in office, the president-elect of Somaliland intends to engage in dialogue with the federal government of Somalia towards reunification — and that should come as no surprise as he announced that during his campaign. Voters in Somaliland had their say, and what they said really pleases Mogadishu.


Metaculus Prediction

There's a 19% chance that Ethiopia will formally recognize Somaliland in 2024, according to the Metaculus prediction community.

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