Mali / Senegal: President Bassirou Diomaye Faye on a friendship and working visit to Bamako

On Thursday, May 30, 2024, the President of the Republic of Senegal, His Excellency Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, was welcomed by the President of the Transition of Mali, Colonel Assimi Goïta, at the President Modibo Keita-Sénou International Airport. This visit, President Faye’s first to Mali since his election in March 2024, aims to strengthen bilateral relations between the two nations.

President Faye is accompanied by a large delegation, including the Minister of African Integration and Foreign Affairs, Ms. Yacine Fall. The presence of high-ranking officials underscores the importance attached to this visit and the ensuing discussions.

This visit is part of a series of sub-regional trips by President Faye, who has already visited several other countries in the region. Each visit aims to consolidate bilateral relations and promote closer regional cooperation. The discussions with Mali will focus on crucial issues such as regional security, the fight against terrorism, and joint economic initiatives.

President Bassirou Diomaye Faye’s visit to Mali is a significant step in strengthening relations between Senegal and Mali. It marks a shared commitment to promoting peace, stability, and development in the region. By emphasizing cooperation and integration, this visit symbolizes a new era of collaboration between these two African nations.

Karim Diop