Niger-Algeria cooperation: EU backs down after Niamey's anger
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Niger-Algeria cooperation: EU backs down after Niamey's anger (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
After Niamey's strong reaction, the European Union says it respects the sovereignty of Algeria and Niger and has no intention of interfering in their military cooperation. It also stresses its commitment to good bilateral relations with both countries.
Niger-Algeria security agreements: EU backtracks, says it respects the sovereignty of both countries and rules out any interference (opens at the publisher, in a new window)
The European Union says it fully respects the sovereignty of Algeria and Niger and considers the deployment of Algerian troops in Niger to be a matter solely for their bilateral relations. It rules out any interference, following a diplomatic row sparked by its 30 October statements.
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