2023-08-09 13:55:47
In a press release sent to our editorial staff on Wednesday, the United States Department of State reported on the visit to Niamey (Niger) earlier this week by Acting Under-Secretary of State , Victoria Nuland. During her stay, she expressed the “deep concern” of the United States of America regarding “the evolution of the situation in Niger” where General Abdourahamane Tchiani overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum on 26 July. According to the statement, the “United States continues to demand the immediate release of President Mohamed Bazoum, his family and all those detained” by the putschists. Read instead!
PRESS RELEASE
Report on the visit of the Acting Under-Secretary, Ms. Nuland, to Niger
United States Department of State
Spokesperson’s Office
August 7, 2023
Acting Under-Secretary of State Victoria Nuland traveled to Niamey to express our deep concern over the evolving situation in Niger and our firm commitment to support democracy and the constitutional order. The United States continues to call for the immediate release of President Mohamed Bazoum, his family, and all those detained in connection with the extraconstitutional attempt to seize power.
The Acting Under-Secretary met with Nigerien civil society and, separately, members of the group claiming power in Niger to explain what is at stake if Niger fails to uphold its own constitutional order. These include the potential loss of hundreds of millions of dollars intended to support the economy and the security of the people of Niger. Given its concerns about negative political developments, the United States has decided to suspend its assistance to the Nigerien government as long as the situation remains unstable. As the situation evolves, the United States will assess and update its assistance guidance to ensure consistency with all states’ legal restrictions and policy objectives. USA applicable. She stressed that the United States will remain in close contact with its allies and partners, including the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).
The Acting Undersecretary participated in a town hall meeting with our Embassy and thanked U.S. and local personnel for their hard work and dedication to promoting democracy and stability in the Sahel, as well as for the assistance provided. brought to facilitate today’s visit.
Matthew Miller,
Spokesperson
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