Mahad Wasuge Horn of Africa Analyst Somali Public Agenda:
Opinions in Somaliland vary - but the majority voicing their views online, along with the government, support the recognition.
They hope this is the first of many recognitions. The new administration has built momentum around that narrative.
If no other countries follow, that aspiration will fade - and dissenting voices may emerge.
For now, those voices remain dormant. Some who spoke out have been told to stop, or arrested.
There's no comprehensive survey data on public perception - so it's difficult to say what percentage actually welcomes this.
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