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QUESTIONNAIRE/INTERVIEW

Title:   The Impact of Somaliland’s Non-Recognition on Foreign Investment Opportunities

Purpose:
This questionnaire is designed to collect data on the legal, economic, and policy challenges faced by foreign investors in Somaliland, and to identify possible measures to improve the investment climate despite Somaliland’s lack of formal international recognition.

Instructions:
Please indicate your level of agreement with each statement below by selecting the appropriate option. All responses will remain strictly confidential and will be used solely for academic research purposes.

Response Scale:
1 — Strongly Disagree | 2 — Disagree | 3 — Neutral | 4 — Agree | 5 — Strongly Agree

 

1.	The absence of international recognition creates significant legal uncertainty for prospective foreign investors in Somaliland.	1	2	3	4	5
2.	The enforcement of investment contracts in Somaliland is hindered by its lack of recognition under international law.
3.	Foreign investors perceive an increased risk due to the absence of binding international treaties protecting their investments.
4.	Dispute resolution mechanisms for foreign investors in Somaliland are inadequate due to the territory’s legal status.
5.	Somaliland’s non-recognition restricts its access to international markets and trade opportunities.
6.	The volume of foreign trade and investment in Somaliland is negatively affected by its legal status.
7.	Major international financial institutions are reluctant to engage with Somaliland due to its lack of formal recognition.
8.	Multinational corporations avoid investing in Somaliland primarily because of the legal uncertainties associated with non-recognition.
9.	Reforms to Somaliland’s domestic legal system could mitigate some of the barriers created by non-recognition.
10.	The current investment incentives provided by Somaliland’s government are sufficient to attract foreign investors.
11.	Regional or bilateral agreements can serve as viable alternatives to full international recognition in attracting foreign investment.
12.	Informal diplomatic and trade partnerships can partially compensate for the absence of international legal status.
13.	Strengthening domestic laws to protect investors would increase foreign investor confidence.
14.	Enhancing informal diplomatic engagement would contribute to a more favourable investment climate
15.	Promoting joint ventures and public-private partnerships could help attract foreign capital despite legal obstacles.
16.	Clear, transparent, and consistent investment policies are essential to reassure and attract foreign investors.

 

 INTERVIEW GUIDE

Title:
Semi-Structured Interview Guide on the Impact of Somaliland’s Non-Recognition on Foreign Investment Opportunities

Purpose:
This interview aims to gather in-depth perspectives on the legal and economic implications of Somaliland’s non-recognition, the challenges it poses for foreign investors, and possible strategies for improving the investment climate.

Opening Statement:
Thank you for agreeing to participate in this interview. Your insights will contribute greatly to understanding how Somaliland’s lack of international recognition affects foreign investment. The information you provide will remain confidential and will be used exclusively for academic research.

 

1. In your view, what are the primary legal challenges that foreign investors encounter in Somaliland?

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2. How does the lack of formal international recognition affect the enforcement of contracts and protection of investor rights?

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3. What legal safeguards, if any, currently exist to protect foreign investors in Somaliland?

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4. Are there examples where legal uncertainty has directly discouraged foreign investment?

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5. How has Somaliland’s non-recognition influenced its capacity to engage in foreign trade and attract foreign capital?

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6. What impact does Somaliland’s legal status have on its relationships with international financial institutions?

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7. Could you share any specific instances where Somaliland’s lack of recognition has resulted in the loss of potential trade or investment?

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8. What legal or policy reforms do you think could help mitigate the challenges caused by non-recognition?

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9. To what extent could regional or bilateral arrangements compensate for the absence of formal recognition?

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11. How effective are Somaliland’s current investment incentives in addressing legal and economic risks?

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11. What practical measures should the Somaliland government prioritize to enhance the investment climate?

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12. How can local businesses and policymakers collaborate to improve foreign investor confidence?

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13. What informal diplomatic or strategic steps could Somaliland pursue to expand its international economic engagement?

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14. Do you have any other recommendations that could support Somaliland’s efforts to attract sustainable foreign investment?