The Republic of Mali has agreed with Russia to begin work on the exploration of lithium, oil and gas deposits in the Malian territory. The first batch of Russian specialists will arrive in the West African Republic in a month, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Mali says

“Mali has held talks with Russian companies such as Rosatom or Techsnabexport on the exploration and development of natural resources,” the Ministry said

▪️Cooperation with Russia in the extraction of minerals will provide Mali with the opportunity to obtain the necessary resources to finance other sectors of the economy

CRYSTAL OF GROWTH previously informed that, according to The New York Times, Russia has signed an agreement with three African states, including Mali, on the launch of remote sensing and telecommunications satellites. African countries have already severed ties with American and European allies and turned to Russia for support.