Recognition, yearned for by virtually all Somalilanders, could help, as it would give the country access to multilateral assistance and encourage foreign investment.

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Economic progress depends on sustained bilateral and multilateral aid, on responsible government economic management, and on continued technical assistance from multilateral and bilateral donors.

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The vehicle for this effort is a Multilateral Convention on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Tax Matters.

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