Niamey, July 27, 2026 – High-level consultations among leaders of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) continue in Niamey, unfolding alongside events marking the third anniversary of the National Council for the Safeguard of the Homeland (CNSP)’s assumption of power. On Monday, Major General Mohamed Toumba, Niger’s Minister of State, Minister of Interior, Public Security, and Territorial Administration, granted an audience to Bassolma Bazié, who serves as the President of the Burkinabè National Commission for the AES Confederation.
Mr. Bazié, currently visiting Niger to participate in the commemorative activities, made a courtesy call to the Ministry of Interior. This significant meeting provided an opportunity for both prominent figures to engage in discussions concerning the critical issues presently mobilizing the member states of the AES Confederation.
Reinforcing cooperation and security initiatives within the AES Confederation
During their discussions, Bassolma Bazié commended the substantial security initiatives undertaken by the Nigerien authorities. He specifically expressed his appreciation for the measures implemented to ensure the protection of populations and to bolster stability, both within Niger’s borders and across the broader confederation space. These efforts are crucial for the stability of the Sahel region.
The exchanges further underscored the member states’ collective determination to intensify their cooperative endeavors in confronting shared challenges. Security concerns remain at the forefront of the Confederation’s priorities, as it aims to forge a harmonized and concerted approach to effectively address the evolving threats impacting West Africa.
Consolidating institutional dialogue among AES member states
This audience takes place amid a growing number of meetings between political and institutional leaders from AES countries, coinciding with the ongoing celebrations in Niamey. These frequent engagements reflect a clear commitment from authorities to solidify the bonds between the three member states—Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali—and to reinforce the coordination mechanisms established since the Confederation’s inception, vital for Sahel politics.
By hosting the President of the Burkinabè National Commission of the AES Confederation, Minister of State Mohamed Toumba emphatically reaffirmed the paramount importance of sustained dialogue among the institutions of member nations. This ongoing communication is considered a fundamental pillar for advancing their shared aspirations concerning regional security, stability, and deeper integration across the Sahel.
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