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By
Zamzam Ahmed Hassan
The United States Assistant Secretary of State for African
Affairs, Dr.Jendayi Frazer, today rewarded a visit to Somaliland
to hold discussions with President Dahir Rayale Kahin and senior
members of the Somaliland parliament.
Dr.Frazer's visit comes after the United States played host to a
delegation from Somaliland led by President Rayale in January of
this year.
Dr.Frazer was given an official reception at the Somaliland
presidency in Hargeisa where she held informal talks with the
President Rayale, the leaders of Somaliland's three political
parties, members of the House of Elder and the House of
Representatives, and senior government ministers.
Dr.Frazer's visit comes after the United States played host to a
delegation from Somaliland led by President Rayale in January of
this year.
Dr.Frazer was given an official reception at the Somaliland
presidency in Hargeisa where she held informal talks with the
President Rayale, the leaders of Somaliland's three political
parties, members of the House of Elder and the House of
Representatives, and senior government ministers.
Speaking to the press upon her arrival in Hargeisa, Dr. Frazer
stated" I would first all like to congratulate the Republic of
Somaliland on its democratic and security developments". Dr.
Frazer also indicated her visit to Somaliland will further
strengthen the friendship and co-operation between the United
States and Somaliland.
Dr.Frazer also stated that the United States will support the
upcoming elections in Somaliland.
Remarking on the issue of Somaliland's international
recognition, Dr.Frazer stated that the United States is
encouraging the African Union to make headway on this issue, and
is following the process closely.
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