The UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA) was deployed to Mali in 2013 following a violent insurrection by separatist rebels attempting to take control of the north of the country and a subsequent military-led coup. Tackling range of challengesIn its decade of operations, MINUSMA aided Mali in tackling multiple challenges. Mission terminatedMali’s foreign affairs minister requested the withdrawal of MINUSMA in a related UN Security Council meeting on 16 June. “UN funds, agencies and programmes were in Mali well before the deployment of MINUSMA and will stay in Mali well after the withdrawal,” he said. These efforts include advancing the UN-Government of Mali jointly agreed objectives of the Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for 2020 to 2024, Mr. Dujarric added.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 31, 2023 11:26 UTC