Bashir Goth explains the nature of the ties between Somaliland & Israel

This webinar took place January 27, 2026.

What are the practical ramifications of Israel’s recognition?  Why is the Red Sea/Horn of Africa area of such strategic importance?  Who are the other key players seeking influence in the area? 

Bashir Goth is the Somaliland Representative to the United States. He has decades of experience as a journalist, translator, media and corporate communications advisor, and diplomat. The author of numerous articles and essays in English and Arabic on political, business, cultural and social issues, many of which have been translated into other languages or referenced in academic texts, Goth has contributed to Newsweek, The Washington Post’s blog Global Post, and many other leading Middle East and African newspapers.  Goth graduated from Somali National University with degrees in English literature and history.