Maakhir is a remarkable state that holds its own. It has pursued and maintained its independence from encroaching neighbors by all means necessary. It is also a place that has held out against the environmental terrorists: the dhuxul makers. The diaspora is very active with its most brilliant minds involved in the development of the state. I am intrigued by the Las Qoray Port project and how well thought out it is. Another project in Maakhir which is also fascinating is the Las Qoray Tuna Factory. Its rare to see factories being developed in Somalia as we tend to export raw materials overseas for processing resulting in the loss of massive value to foreign companies.
Maakhir is a rising star that other states should emulate.