Mali and Russia have taken a new step in strengthening their bilateral relations by signing several economic and commercial cooperation agreements in Moscow on Monday, June 23, during a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and the Malian transitional president, Colonel Assimi Goïta.
According to a statement from the Kremlin, the two heads of state had in-depth discussions that led to the conclusion of several strategic partnerships, including a cooperation agreement in the field of nuclear energy. This initiative demonstrates a common desire to expand cooperation in key and sensitive sectors.
Among other commitments is the creation of an intergovernmental commission responsible for steering bilateral cooperation in various areas, including economic, scientific, technical, and commercial aspects, according to the same source.
According to Vladimir Putin, although trade between the two countries remains modest, it is showing an upward trend. The Russian president also mentioned several promising sectors, such as geological exploration, natural resource development, energy, logistics, and humanitarian projects.
For his part, Colonel Assimi Goïta praised the excellence of relations between Bamako and Moscow, stating that this visit aimed to strengthen bilateral ties. “This demonstrates the effectiveness and mutual trust between our two countries,” he said.
With these new agreements, Moscow and Bamako confirm their willingness to deepen a multidimensional partnership, in a context of reorientation of Mali’s diplomatic and economic alliances. The prospect of cooperation in civil nuclear energy illustrates a strengthening of the Russo-Malian relationship, now focused on sectors of high strategic value.
