On April 30, 2026, the Group of African Ambassadors (GAA) in Mali paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Mossa Ag Attaher, in Bamako. The meeting was held on the sidelines of the African Integration Week, an annual event promoting unity and cooperation among African nations.
During the discussions, the ambassadors reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties between their respective countries and Mali. Minister Attaher welcomed the initiative, emphasizing the importance of regional solidarity in addressing common challenges such as security, economic development, and health.
The African Integration Week, established by the African Union, aims to raise awareness about the benefits of continental integration and to foster dialogue among member states. This year's edition focused on the theme of 'Accelerating the Implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).'
The meeting concluded with a call for enhanced cooperation and the exchange of best practices to achieve the goals of Agenda 2063, the African Union's strategic framework for the continent's development.
