Somaliland's Bold Gamble
From the
Economic Desk
Somaliland’s strategic location on the Gulf of Aden places it at the center of one of the world’s busiest maritime trade routes. The expansion of Berbera Port, supported by DP World and Ethiopia, has already transformed the economic landscape of the region.
For Somaliland, the port is more than infrastructure. It represents opportunity: new jobs, increased customs revenue, and stronger ties with regional partners. For Ethiopia, it provides a lifeline to the sea, reducing reliance on Djibouti.
Yet challenges remain. Road networks must be improved, customs procedures streamlined, and security strengthened to make Somaliland fully competitive in global trade. If managed responsibly, Berbera could position Somaliland as a logistics hub for East Africa.
