Canada supports Mali's development efforts to improve living conditions and reinforce democracy as well as security
April 10, 2014 - Ottawa, Ontario - Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada
The Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, confirmed today that, following a successful democratic transition by means of Presidential and legislative elections, Canada will resume direct bilateral assistance to the government of the Republic of Mali. Canada's bilateral assistance to Mali will contribute to the country's development, to the improvement of the condition of women and children, and will support the government's efforts to reinforce democracy and security.
"Our government supports a concerted international approach to the ongoing challenges in the Sahel region," said Minister Paradis. "Canada's long-term development assistance is critical to social and economic stability in Mali. We are satisfied that a civilian-led democratic government in Mali is working to overcome the challenges affecting the region."
Margaux Stastny
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