China of course, and we should explore China' system of governance. And learn Chinese whilst at it.Well which is it?
Well which is it?
I say, we pick the USA we should reaffirmSomalia needs three things:
a) Human capital,
b) Infrastructure building, and
c) Resource exploitation.
To do so, one needs ready industry, primed workforce, and ready investment. China has the all three, and has shown it can go the distance (I am aware of its shortcomings i.e. accountability).
US would never commit any, and just wants to use Somalia as yet another fighting ground.
Case in point: Turkey did for Somali in 5 years more than the US could have in 30.
Good luck learning how to eat rat steaksChina of course, and we should explore China' system of governance. And learn Chinese whilst at it.
Is it true if you gain support from USA you canโt gain support from China?Somalia must learn who to form alliance with, based of her interest. I cringe so much whenever I see these nationalist, calling for โseveringโ ties with โcolonialistโ countries (i.e. UK, US, EU, west). But at the same time, they want to keep intact the borders of the former Somali republic. Donโt even know how it makes sense.
Worsening relations with US, will end up with them seeing no purpose in aiding Somalia, and turn towards those Northerns seeking independence recognition, in return for American presence there. Once US starts, other countries (already eager to start now, but afraid to initiate recognition) will follow suit. By then, what will Somalia have gained?!?!
Keeping ties with China is also vital, especially with Taiwanโs involvement in the north. But this must done โcovertlyโ and in a way that doesnโt affect/sabotages US relations, while also taking advantage of common interest (protecting their sovereignty and economically development (while being wary of debt trap) etc)
In the end, US/western relations is more important from this viewpoint. Without strategic cooperation from them, the Balkanization of Somalia will go rather quickly. So mark my words.
Is it true if you gain support from USA you canโt gain support from China?