2023-08-08 17:32:50
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Par note N° 62/ECWIPRENE/RR-8-2023 dated August 06, 2023, the ECOWAS Resident Representation in Niamey announced to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Niger, the arrival in Niamey this Tuesday August 08, 2023, of a joint mission of ECOWAS, the United Nations and the African Union. Upon receiving this note, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs pointed out to the Representation of the sub-regional organization that following the sanctions enacted by the Conference of Heads of State and Government on July 30, 2023, the land and air borders of Niger with the Member States, are closed. Therefore, indicates the ministry in its press release, that the organization of such a mission by special flight, requires a particular examination of the Nigerien authorities, including a special exemption. What is not invoked in this note from the Resident Representation. On the other hand, security reasons in this atmosphere of “threat of aggression against Niger” are also mentioned. “The current context of anger and revolt of the populations following the sanctions imposed by ECOWAS, does not allow to welcome the said delegation in the serenity and security required”, can we also read in the press release. However, the ministry reiterates the availability of the Niger authorities to engage in discussions with the delegations or emissaries concerning the situation in Niger. For this, he requests the postponement of the mission announced this August 08, 2023 in Niamey.
Alban Tchalla
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