He previously served as the Minister of State for Planning and International Cooperation of Puntland, and is a Member of the Federal Parliament of Somalia.

Hashi hails from Galkayo in the northeastern Puntland region of Somalia.

[1] On 1 March 2010, Hashi was appointed Puntland's State Minister of the Presidency for Planning and International Relations during a cabinet reshuffle.

[2] On 20 August 2012, Hashi's term in office ended, when he was among the legislators nominated to the newly established Federal Parliament of Somalia.

[5] Has been awarded Honorary membership of Legis Chambers (14 Red Lion Square, London WC1R 4QH, www.legischambers.com) for unique experiences and deep understanding of the socio-economic background as well as dynamics of clan and political culture in Somalia and his efforts to bring the rule of law to Somalia