Ra'as Aseir (Somali: Raas Caseyr) formerly known as Gardafu is a region in north-east of Puntland, Somalia.

Most locals work as fisherman along the coast, and it home to the largest date farm in Somalia In the city of geesaley.

The districts of Aluula and qandala export many goods through the Port of Bosaso, Frankensense, Myrrh, Iivestock, Salt, Dates, and figs.

Over the years there have been increased levels of human trafficking to Yemen through Somalia by Ethiopian migrants particularly in the Qandala and Bosaso districts but increased activity by the Puntland Maritime Police Force has hindered human trafficking in the region.

[4] [5] On July 20, 2023 The Parliament of Puntland has conducted a vote resulting in the decision to change the name of a province.