Title: The trip of Nigerien General Salifou Mody to Bamako: a step towards strengthening security relations between Niger and Mali
Introduction :
While the political situation in Niger remains unstable following the recent coup, General Salifou Mody, number 2 of the Nigerien junta, traveled to Bamako to meet the Malian authorities. This trip raises many questions about its purpose and the consequences it could have on security relations between these two countries. In this article, we will analyze the stakes of this visit and its possible implications.
Strengthening security relations:
The choice of General Salifou Mody to make this trip is not trivial. As a representative of the Nigerien junta, he embodies the trend in favor of a rapprochement with the juntas in Mali and Burkina Faso in the fight against jihadist groups. This trip therefore aims to strengthen security ties between Niger and Mali, in order to jointly face the security challenges threatening the Sahel region.
Cooperation and mutual support:
During his visit, General Salifou Mody conveyed a message of thanks from the head of the Niger junta to the Malian President, Colonel Assimi Goïta, for his support. He also highlighted the good cooperation between the two countries in handling security issues. Interestingly, the Malian and Burkinabè juntas have expressed their support for the Nigerien putschists, saying that any military intervention would be considered a declaration of war. This bears witness to the solidarity between the putschist regimes in the region and a common desire to face up to external pressure.
Policy consultations and opportunities:
General Salifou Mody also mentioned political consultations during his stay in Bamako, without giving details. It is possible that these discussions focused on political and diplomatic issues, such as cooperation with other partners, notably Russia. It is also possible that Mali took advantage of this opportunity to promote its cooperation with other international actors.
Conclusion :
The trip of General Salifou Mody to Bamako marks an important step in the strengthening of security relations between Niger and Mali. This visit testifies to the will of the juntas in power to work closely together in the fight against jihadist groups and the security challenges that threaten the Sahel region. The political consultations and the opportunities for cooperation discussed during this trip suggest a future strengthening of ties between these two countries. It remains to be seen how this dynamic will develop and what the consequences will be for the stability of the region.
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