New AFRICOM chief backs deeper U.S. ties with Somaliland

New AFRICOM Chief Inherits Failing Somalia Strategy Amid China Challenge

Key Points New AFRICOM Chief: Gen. Anderson was confirmed on July 31, 2025, and is tasked to confront the “convergence of great-power rivalry and terrorism”. Strategic Shift: AFRICOM’s reported move to Africa signals a major reinvestment, requiring stable continental partners. Failed Somalia Strategy: After 30+ years and billions spent with little progress, the U.S. strategy in Somalia is in tatters, positioning the Republic of Somaliland as th…

New AFRICOM chief backs deeper U.S. ties with Somaliland

https://www.horndiplomat.com/feed/ By Horndiplomat Newsroom The U.S. Senate has confirmed President Donald Trump’s nominee, Lt. Gen. Dagvin Anderson, to lead United States Africa Command (AFRICOM), as the Pentagon and Congress signal growing interest in expanding ties with Somaliland, a self-declared republic in the Horn of Africa. Anderson, 54, was confirmed by unanimous voice vote on July 31 […] The post New AFRICOM chief backs deeper U.S. tie…