Senegalese President Visits Mali to Combat Terrorism
Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye visited Mali on July 28th to talk about fighting terrorism. Senegal and Mali withdrew from ECOWAS. Faye said Senegal would help Mali, without mentioning ECOWAS.
The visit happened after Senegal left the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) along with Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso. President Faye is also the current president of the UEMOA. He met with Malian leader Assimi Goïta to discuss the security and economic problems in Mali. This was Faye’s first trip since becoming president. The meeting could show a new relationship between West African groups.
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Highlights
Diomaye Faye's Visit to Mali
Bassirou Diomaye Faye visited Mali on July 28th to talk about fighting terrorism.
Senegal's Support for Mali
Diomaye Faye said Senegal is ready to help Mali.
ECOWAS and AES Discussion
The visit could lead to a new relationship between ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States.
Focus on Security and Economy
The meeting in Mali was about Mali’s security and economy.
Faye's Role in Mediation
Diomaye Faye might try to solve the conflict in Mali.