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01/17/2022 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 01/17/2022 18:18

Secretary-General Saddened by Death of Former President of Mali, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita

The following statement was issued today by the Spokesman for UN Secretary-General António Guterres:

The Secretary-General is saddened to learn of the passing of the former President of Mali, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita. At this time of loss, the Secretary-General conveys his deepest condolences to the family of the former President and the people of Mali.

The Secretary-General reaffirms the commitment of the United Nations to support the Malian authorities and the people of Mali in achieving sustainable peace, security and development.