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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) says it regrets the “extreme decision” of the Malian authorities to expel its representative.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the regional bloc says it “remains committed and will continue to deploy its efforts to support a successful and peaceful transition in Mali,” according to .
Hamidou Boly, the Ecowas representative was accused of “actions incompatible with his status”.
He was declared “persona non grata” on Monday, and given 72 hours to leave the country.
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His expulsion comes as the country faces diplomatic pressure from the international community not to postpone the elections scheduled for February 27.
