Somaliland President Musa Bihi Abdi is set to visit Washington, D.C., marking his first trip to the U.S. since taking office in 2017. As Somaliland seeks greater international recognition and deeper ties with global powers, Bihi’s visit comes at a critical geopolitical moment. Though full diplomatic recognition remains unlikely, the trip emphasizes strategic dialogue focused on security, development, and partnership. With ongoing instability in the Horn of Africa including war in Ethiopia and rising extremism in Somalia Somaliland stands out as a relatively stable actor. The territory’s relationship with Taiwan and refusal to align with China or Russia position it as a valuable partner for the U.S. in a time of increased global competition.