Mali

Mali has regained majority ownership of telecom operator Sotelma increasing the state's stake to over 50%; The move is part of the government's strategy to tighten public control on strategic sectors and expand national oversight of digital infrastructure

Trade with China increased by 170% thanks to customs exemption; figures have been revealed during a press conference, as the Ambassador of PRC discussed the advantages of zero customs tariffs for Mali

Mali has been hit by a surge of coordinated attacks by jihadist groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State, targeting military bases, towns and key infrastructure; Authorities have responded with intensified military operations and security measures

Russian paramilitary forces operating alongside the Malian army carried out air strikes against Tuareg rebels advancing near Kidal Region; Verified footage indicates Moscow-backed forces played a direct combat role in efforts to halt the rebel offensive

Mali's new honorary consulate in Kyoto will open tomorrow, a sign of strengthening mutual links and the country's presence in Japan

Mali is facing an energy crisis, with power plants in Bamako unable to supply more than six hours of electricity daily due to technical failures, fuel shortages and structural weaknesses, causing widespread outages for households and businesses

Road insecurity is an increasing problem, with frequent attacks by groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State targeting fuel and gold convoys; In Kayes Region, an assault burned dozens of tankers and killed at least 15 people

Millions people lay in severe humanitarian needs, requiring assistance due to conflict, displacement and food insecurity; Aid agencies plan to deliver food, healthcare and protection services, but warn of funding gaps and limited access to affected areas

The import of over 54 million liters of petroleum products in ten days and the mobilization of 1192 tankers in January are easing Mali's fuel shortage: normalization in supply is critical to end the crisis that hampered economy and daily life for months

Redefining environmental decentralization, Malian government adopted two decrees transferring new powers to local authorities in the areas of sanitation, pollution control, and forest and wildlife resource management

The official opening of the Confederal Investment and Development Bank of the AES in Bamako represents a major step for Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso towards their economic independence and regional integration