The Current19:38The international implications of the coup in Niger
The unpredictable military coup that threw Niger into turmoil is forcing Western nations, including Canada, to reconsider whether the money they’ve invested in the West African nation is being put to good use.
Global Affairs Canada said in a statement the coup is a serious threat to democracy and stability in the region. It also puts Canadian military assistance into question, some experts say.
Over the past 20 years, Canada has invested nearly $600 million in the African nation, but the federal government announced on Saturday it is suspending all direct funding to Niger’s government.
