Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso – A delegation of Malian parliamentarians, led by Diarra Rakytalla, the 5th vice-president of the National Transitional Council of Mali, arrived in Ouagadougou for a week-long working visit. The group landed at Ouagadougou airport aboard an Air Burkina flight, late Monday night.
According to Burkina Information Agency, who were present on site, the delegation’s visit is focused on collaboration with their counterparts from Burkina Faso’s Transitional Legislative Assembly (ALT). The delegation, whose exact number remains unspecified, will engage in discussions surrounding key issues such as security, peace, and development during their stay.
Rakytalla Diarra, head of the Malian delegation, shared that the visit is a gesture of fraternity, cordiality, and mutual learning. The objective is to pool efforts to address the significant challenges both nations face, given their shared history, environment, and common issues. Ms. Diarra emphasized the visit as a symbol of the unity between the two countries, reflecting a shared commitment to tackle common challenges in sovereignty, security, peace, and development within the sub-region.
Highlighting the deep-rooted friendship and cooperative spirit between the two nations, Ms. Diarra recalled the delegation’s commitment made during the recent visit of Burkina Faso’s Transitional Legislative Assembly to Mali. On December 14, 2023, Ousmane Bougouma, President of the ALT, along with a delegation of Burkinabè parliamentarians, had conducted a 72-hour visit to Bamako.
Burkina Faso and Mali have strengthened their bond, particularly in the fight against terrorism and opposition to imperialism, with a notable focus on French influence. The two countries have previously conducted joint ministerial councils and maintain high-level consultation frameworks between their authorities, showcasing a commitment to collective regional stability and development.