Escalation is 'on the way' but region must keep calm, Syria's al-Sharaa tells Euronews

To: Members of the United Nations, African Union, European Union, <br> United States, United Kingdom, and Allied Partners<br><br>Subject: REQUEST FOR INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOMALILAND <br> TO SECURE GLOBAL MARITIME TRADE AND REGIONAL STABILITY<br>Excellencies,<br>We submit this diplomatic case for the international recognition of the Republic of Somaliland.<br>For over 30 years, Somaliland has maintained peace, democratic governance, and security <br>in a strategic region. Recognition is vital to protect global interests in the Red Sea and <br>the Horn of Africa, and to reward a proven partner for stability and democracy. Somaliland controls a critical position on the Gulf of Aden and Red Sea shipping lanes.<br> 12% of global trade passes through these waters. Recognition will secure this route.<br>Somaliland is the only stable democracy in the Horn of Africa with peaceful power transfers,<br> free elections, and transparent institutions.<br>Recognition will unlock banking systems, foreign direct investment from US and allied partners,<br> and enable stronger territorial defense to prevent terrorism and piracy. Because The Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb Strait are vital for world commerce.<br>Somaliland’s 850km coastline and port of Berbera offer a secure alternative hub.<br>Recognition allows formal security cooperation to protect trade from piracy and threats. Somaliland has held multiple free and fair elections since 1991.<br>It is the only equitable and transparent democracy in the Horn of Africa.<br>Recognition rewards 30+ years of self-governance and rule of law. Berbera Port + Berbera Corridor connect to Ethiopia and regional markets.<br>US and Israeli allied investment is ready to flow with formal recognition.<br>Access to SWIFT, IMF, World Bank systems requires sovereign status. A recognized, strong Somaliland acts as a buffer against extremism.<br>It ensures territorial integrity and prevents spillover into the region.<br>Partnership with Somaliland advances US, EU, and AU security objectives. STEP 1: BILATERAL ENGAGEMENT<br>Approach US, UK, UAE, Israel, Taiwan for de-facto recognition and MOUs.<br>STEP 2: AFRICAN UNION<br>Present case to AU Peace and Security Council. Cite &quot;sui generis&quot; precedent.<br>STEP 3: UN GENERAL ASSEMBLY<br>Seek observer status, then full membership. Build coalition of 20+ states.<br>STEP 4: ECONOMIC INTEGRATION<br>Join WTO, secure World Bank/IMF membership via recognition.<br>STEP 5: GLOBAL COMMUNICATION<br>Campaign: &quot;Somaliland = Stability, Democracy, Trade Security in the Horn&quot; 1. Formal diplomatic recognition by key democracies<br>2. Support for UN and AU membership application<br>3. Integration into international banking and financial systems<br>4. Security and defense cooperation agreements 2.mn4