The modernisation of the Bosaso port located at the north-eastern corner of Somalia is critical for Puntland argue Jutta Bakonyi and May Darwich in a commentary posted in The Conversation Africa.

“An upgraded port will ensure Puntland keeps a significant position within the fragmented political landscape of Somalia. It will also prevent traders from looking for alternative outlets. Multiple challenges, among them security considerations, lie ahead. The relations between Puntland and the government in Mogadishu, as well as disagreements within the Puntland leadership, are crucial. In short, Bosaso is at a crossroads and faces a defining moment for its political and economic future.”

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