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What is the primary goal of the Alliance of Sahel States?
What is the primary goal of the Alliance of Sahel States?
- To create an educational exchange program.
- To establish a common military force. (correct)
- To engage in economic cooperation.
- To promote tourism among member states.
Which factor is considered crucial for the success of the confederation project?
Which factor is considered crucial for the success of the confederation project?
- Strong support from foreign powers.
- Rallying the population's support. (correct)
- An immediate implementation of policies.
- Increased sanctions from neighboring countries.
What strategy is suggested for gaining support for the confederation project?
What strategy is suggested for gaining support for the confederation project?
- Increasing military presence in the region.
- Ignoring public opinion altogether.
- Relying solely on governmental decisions.
- Conducting a referendum. (correct)
What external support is mentioned as beneficial for the alliance states?
What external support is mentioned as beneficial for the alliance states?
What may undermine the ambition of the confederation project?
What may undermine the ambition of the confederation project?
Which of the following is NOT a proposed action to achieve confederation?
Which of the following is NOT a proposed action to achieve confederation?
In what form is the Alliance of Sahel States primarily structured?
In what form is the Alliance of Sahel States primarily structured?
What underlying challenges do the leaders of the alliance face?
What underlying challenges do the leaders of the alliance face?
What was the significance of the memorandum of understanding signed on December 16, 2000?
What was the significance of the memorandum of understanding signed on December 16, 2000?
How does the new charter established in September 2023 differ from previous charters?
How does the new charter established in September 2023 differ from previous charters?
What was the primary purpose behind the Liptako-Gourma Region Integrated Development Authority?
What was the primary purpose behind the Liptako-Gourma Region Integrated Development Authority?
What question does the paper suggest regarding the confederation project?
What question does the paper suggest regarding the confederation project?
Which event reflects the ongoing development of cooperation between the states?
Which event reflects the ongoing development of cooperation between the states?
What impression does the establishment of the new alliance in September 2023 give?
What impression does the establishment of the new alliance in September 2023 give?
What is suggested as a key factor driving the states towards integration?
What is suggested as a key factor driving the states towards integration?
What might be a potential outcome of the new charter's ambitious goals?
What might be a potential outcome of the new charter's ambitious goals?
What was the purpose of the meeting held by about twenty ministers from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger on February 15?
What was the purpose of the meeting held by about twenty ministers from Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger on February 15?
Which statement reflects the Chiefs of General Staff's agreement in early March?
Which statement reflects the Chiefs of General Staff's agreement in early March?
What date did the three states agree to leave the community?
What date did the three states agree to leave the community?
Who made the announcement regarding the creation of the Joint Force on March 7?
Who made the announcement regarding the creation of the Joint Force on March 7?
Which factor has contributed to the motivation of the authorities for the integration project?
Which factor has contributed to the motivation of the authorities for the integration project?
What outcome was expected from the draft treaty created by the ministers?
What outcome was expected from the draft treaty created by the ministers?
When was the announcement made regarding the operationalization of the anti-jihadist Joint Force?
When was the announcement made regarding the operationalization of the anti-jihadist Joint Force?
Which of the following best describes the proposed Joint Force by army chiefs of the three countries?
Which of the following best describes the proposed Joint Force by army chiefs of the three countries?
What is one potential outcome of the union among the three countries mentioned?
What is one potential outcome of the union among the three countries mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a commercial benefit of the proposed union?
Which of the following is NOT a commercial benefit of the proposed union?
What area is mentioned as a potential synergy for development within the proposed alliance?
What area is mentioned as a potential synergy for development within the proposed alliance?
What legal and political uncertainty affects the integration project?
What legal and political uncertainty affects the integration project?
Which of the following is considered a hindering factor for the integration project?
Which of the following is considered a hindering factor for the integration project?
What is one challenge that the governments of the alliance states need to address?
What is one challenge that the governments of the alliance states need to address?
What future political development is suggested by the military-led governments?
What future political development is suggested by the military-led governments?
Which factor is crucial for assuring success in the integration project?
Which factor is crucial for assuring success in the integration project?
What was Bassou's role in the Moroccan National Security from 1978 to 1993?
What was Bassou's role in the Moroccan National Security from 1978 to 1993?
In which year did Bassou serve as the former director of the Royal Institute of Police?
In which year did Bassou serve as the former director of the Royal Institute of Police?
What major topic does Bassou's academic research primarily focus on?
What major topic does Bassou's academic research primarily focus on?
What is the purpose of the Policy Center for the New South?
What is the purpose of the Policy Center for the New South?
Which notable contribution did Bassou make in 2017?
Which notable contribution did Bassou make in 2017?
What role does Bassou play in the collective annual report on Africa's geopolitics since 2018?
What role does Bassou play in the collective annual report on Africa's geopolitics since 2018?
How does the Policy Center for the New South describe its approach to narratives around the Mediterranean?
How does the Policy Center for the New South describe its approach to narratives around the Mediterranean?
During which period did Bassou serve as Head of Regional Security in Errachidia?
During which period did Bassou serve as Head of Regional Security in Errachidia?
Study Notes
History of Cooperation
- Ideas for cooperation among Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger date back to 1970, culminating in several memorandums of understanding.
- The Liptako-Gourma Region Integrated Development Authority was established through a memorandum on December 3, 1970.
- A later memorandum on December 16, 2000, replaced the original, and a revised treaty was signed on January 24, 2017.
New Initiative and Ambitions
- A new alliance charter was adopted in September 2023, marking a strategic shift without acknowledgment of previous agreements.
- The new charter aims for greater integration, potentially leading towards confederation rather than mere collaboration.
- The confederation project raises questions about its feasibility and timing due to the complex political landscape of the involved states.
Political Dynamics and Integration Moves
- On January 28, 2024, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger mutually agreed to withdraw from their existing community framework.
- Chiefs of General Staff announced plans for a joint anti-jihadist force to combat escalating regional security threats.
Motivations for Integration
- Authorities from all three countries are showing increased commitment to the integration project, with discussions held to draft a confederation treaty.
- Benefits of a union include:
- Enhanced political and economic influence regionally and internationally.
- Improved cross-border trade facilitating economic growth and job creation.
- Development synergy in sectors like agriculture, infrastructure, education, and health.
Challenges to Integration
- Legal and political uncertainties stem from the fact that current regimes are military-led and navigating a transition to civilian governance.
- The alliance's ambitions face obstacles such as:
- Regional sanctions and opposition, which complicates cooperation.
- The need for public support, potentially through referendums to validate the confederation project.
Recommendations for Success
- Leaders should adopt a cautious approach to implementation to create suitable conditions for integration.
- Engage local populations to build foundational support for the confederation.
- Seek external assistance, for instance, from Morocco for broader regional links.
Author Background
- Abdelhak Bassou is a Senior Fellow at the Policy Center for the New South, focusing on national security and geopolitics.
- He has a robust background in Moroccan security, holding several key positions and holds a master's in political science and international studies.
About the Policy Center for the New South
- The PCNS is a Moroccan think tank focused on shaping economic and social policies for Morocco and Africa within the global South.
- Its mission emphasizes accountability, openness, and developing narratives that address regional and international relations.
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Explore the historical development of cooperation and mutual aid initiatives in the Liptako-Gourma region. This quiz delves into the formation and significance of the Integrated Development Authority since the 1970s. Test your knowledge on the key concepts and events that have shaped this collaboration.
