# Somaliland Deepens Ties with Taiwan

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Podcast: [Johannesburg News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/johannesburg-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7622176)
Published: 2026-06-13T11:25:37+00:00
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Somaliland is boldly deepening ties with Taiwan despite fierce pushback from China and Somalia, opening a new Taipei office and declaring Taiwan a “very important ally”—a defiant stance that underscores its right to choose partners. This isn’t new: the two established ties in 2020, sparking regional tensions. Somalia condemns Somaliland’s moves as a “deliberate attack” on its sovereignty, while Israel’s recent recognition of Somaliland—welcomed by Taiwan and rejected by China—adds geopolitical weight. Taiwan’s deputy foreign minister praised both as “beacons of Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/664ab1954feff228

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