Brouille entre le Niger et l’Union européenne : Bruxelles calme le jeu
Very recently, tensions have escalated between Niger and the European Union. Niamey strongly disapproved of the statements made by the spokesperson for the 27 EU member states, Anouar El Anouni, who demanded clarification on the legal basis of the economic and security agreements concluded between Niger and Algeria.
In a forceful statement, the Sahelian country accused Brussels of interference, not without indicating that it has no injunction to receive from it and that it does not wait for its permission to exercise its sovereignty.
"In principle, the European Union fully respects the sovereignty of both nations."
During a lively press conference last Tuesday, the EU spokesperson tried to calm things down, denying "any desire to interfere" in Niger's affairs.
"In essence, the European Union fully respects the sovereignty of both nations and has no desire to interfere," assured Mr. El Anouni, adding that the EU had "at no time intended to ask Algeria and Niger for clarifications on their bilateral commitment regarding the sending of Algerian troops to Niamey.
The European official also indicated that Brussels "is committed to maintaining good bilateral relations with both Algeria and Niger, through respectful dialogue at all levels with a view to promoting security, stability and prosperity in the Sahel."
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