Is France responsible for the political instability in Mali?

China's response to France's decision to send troops to fight against Islamic extremists in Mali is at most tepid and reserved. read more

As a former French colony, Mali has a history, that for a long time, intertwined with that of France’s. Even after Malian independence, the North African state remains an important and respected ally in the region. read more

First, France has a history with Mali, as with all its former colonies: even since the independence, they ave been within our sphere of influence, France being the key player in the region. Most regimes are dependent upon France to stay in place, and the former colonial power gains important benefits from it, from ressources to financing for politicians. read more