Situation in Niger: UK statement, 30 July 2023
The UK government gave a statement supporting the efforts of the Fifty First Extraordinary Summit on the Socio-Political Situation in the Republic of Niger.
The UK condemns in the strongest possible terms attempts to undermine democracy, peace and stability in Niger. The , held by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on 30 July sets out a strong and clear response to this infringement of the democratic rights of the people of Niger. We continue to stand by ECOWAS and their efforts to ensure a return to democracy in Niger.
Minister for Development and Africa Andrew Mitchell said:
The UK wholly supports the immediate political and economic聽measures announced today by ECOWAS and will suspend long-term development assistance to Niger.
We will however continue to provide critical humanitarian assistance to the people of Niger.
The UK is a committed partner of Niger鈥檚 democratically elected government and calls for President Bazoum to be immediately reinstated to restore constitutional order.
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