Tag Archives: International Relations

White Paper: Israeli Recognition of Somaliland and the Prospect of a Recognition Cascade: A Late-Stage Legitimacy Crisis for Somalia and the African Union

Posted on January 12, 2026 by nathanalbright

Executive Summary The decision by Israel to recognize Somaliland marks a structural break in a three-decade diplomatic equilibrium. While often framed as a bilateral or regional geopolitical maneuver, this recognition is better understood as a late-stage legitimacy shock—one that exposes … Continue reading →

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Principles of Being A Good Ambassador

Posted on December 27, 2024 by nathanalbright

As a thought experiment, I pondered how one would go about defining the principles of being a good ambassador, and here is an outline I came up with: Title: The Art of Diplomacy: Navigating the Global Stage Introduction: Part 1: … Continue reading →

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