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ECOWAS keeps borders open for Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger

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The Economic Community of West African States has announced that despite the official withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the bloc on Wednesday (today), citizens and businesses from these countries will continue to enjoy key benefits of membership in order to maintain regional stability.

ECOWAS assured that passports and identity cards bearing its logo will remain valid for travel within the region.
While trade and economic activities will proceed under the existing ECOWAS Trade Liberalisation Scheme, allowing goods and services from the three countries to move freely.

Meanwhile, a special ECOWAS committee has been established to negotiate future engagement with the three countries, ensuring that the transition does not negatively impact millions of people who rely on cross-border movement and trade.

Written by: bossgmsi

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