Somaliland (South of the Gulf of Aden)
Somaliland, located to the south of the Gulf of Aden, is a self-declared state that declared independence from Somalia in 1991.
- Despite lacking international recognition, Somaliland has managed to establish relative stability and security compared to southern Somalia.
- The port city of Berbera, situated along the Gulf of Aden, serves as a key maritime gateway for trade and commerce in the region.
- Somaliland’s strategic location has attracted interest from foreign investors and international partners seeking to leverage its potential as a trade hub.
- The region’s stability and economic prospects have sparked discussions about the possibility of recognition and further integration into the global community.
Gulf of Aden – Bordering Countries
The Gulf of Aden connects the Red Sea in the West and the Arabian Sea in the East. The countries that lie along its coastline include Yemen to the North, Somalia and Somaliland to the South and Djibouti to the East. The Gulf of Aden is deepwater in the Indian Ocean. It is an important area of water located between the Arabian Peninsula and the Horn of Africa.
Gulf of Aden is a major global trade route that connects the Red Sea to the west and the Arabian Sea to the east. The gulf is about 1,000 kilometers (600 miles) long and varies in width. It contains several islands, including the volcanic Socotra archipelago.
Table of Content
- Countries Surrounding the Gulf of Aden
- Yemen (North of the Gulf of Aden)
- Somalia (South of the Gulf of Aden)
- Somaliland (South of the Gulf of Aden)
- Djibouti (East of the Gulf of Aden)
- Significance of the Gulf of Aden
- FAQ’s on Countries Surrounding Gulf of Aden