UK considers training Puntland coast guard in Somaliland

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In the next fiscal year, the UK is looking to continue support for the Somaliland Coast Guard through institution development of the coast guard as an organization, though final funding approval has not been LONDON 00000339 002 OF 002 given yet. Holtby explained the UK is also trying to work in support of productive linkages between the Somaliland and Puntland Coast Guards, including through meetings and possibly visits by Puntland authorities to Somaliland, to provide an incentive for the Puntland Coast Guard to perform professionally and honestly enough to receive training. He said that any work with the Puntland authorities would likely be based on best practices and lessons learned from the training and programs in Somaliland

[Cirwaaq]

Joint efforts between the Landers is a positive step towards peaceful coexistence. Their peace is important to the image of all somalis. This will also prevent ignorance between the two naval fleets and preempt possible misunderstandings that can lead to naval wars.