The head of the military regime of Mali discussed with Putin about relations with Russia

 The head of the military regime of Mali discussed with Putin about relations with Russia The President of Mali, Colonel Assimi Goita, spoke...

 The head of the military regime of Mali discussed with Putin about relations with Russia

The President of Mali, Colonel Assimi Goita, spoke on the phone with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the issue of economic and security cooperation between the two countries.

"In a telephone conversation, I spoke with President Putin about our cooperation in the economic and security sectors and the fight against terrorism, and I expressed my gratitude for all the support that Russia is giving to Mali," he said. Colonel Assimi Goita of Mali in a statement published on the X page.

In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Russia through the Telegram social network, it said that the two leaders reiterated their intention to further improve trade and economic relations, and cooperation to provide security and fight against terrorism. .

The country of Mali has shown its appreciation for the various aid that Russia is providing.

This is the third phone conversation between the two leaders in months.

The Russian mercenary company Wagner is playing an active role in the war between the Malian army and the former Abzinwa rebels in the town of Kidal, including the capture of the very important town of Anefis on October 6 after days of fierce fighting. fight with the country's army.