In Niger, international pressure is intensifying on the putschists in power, pushing them to seek support. General Moussa Salao Barmou, at the head of a military delegation, went to Conakry to meet the head of the Guinean junta, Mamadi Doumbouya.
During this meeting, which took place at the Mohamed V palace, General Barmou expressed his gratitude to Guinea for its support in this tumultuous period. Indeed, Guinea refused to apply the sanctions imposed by ECOWAS after the coup in Niger.
For his part, Colonel Doumbouya reaffirmed Guinea’s position of solidarity towards African countries in crisis. He stressed that Guinea would always be present to help its neighbors and find solutions to their problems.
However, this meeting between the two military leaders raises questions about the international community’s approach to this crisis. While ECOWAS exerts pressure for the return to constitutional order in Niger, Guinea seems to adopt a more flexible position towards the putschists.
This situation highlights the complex challenge African countries face when it comes to dealing with internal political crises. On the one hand, the desire to promote democracy and respect for institutions, on the other, the need to preserve regional stability and maintain diplomatic relations with neighboring countries.
It is therefore essential for the international community to find a balance between these two aspects and to encourage peaceful and democratic solutions to conflicts. By supporting legitimate institutions and working with national stakeholders, it is possible to contribute to the stability and development of the region.
In the case of Niger, it is crucial that the putschists heed the calls of the international community and ECOWAS for a return to constitutional order. This will help restore confidence and legitimacy in democratic institutions, and create conditions conducive to sustainable and harmonious development.
In conclusion, General Barmou’s visit to Guinea highlights the challenges faced by African countries in managing internal political crises. It is necessary to encourage peaceful and democratic solutions, while maintaining regional stability. The international community has a critical role to play in this process, supporting legitimate institutions and working with national stakeholders.