Burkina Faso's Prime Minister, Apollinaire Kyelem de Tambela, recently made headlines during the Economic Days of Burkina Faso forum in Moscow. He shared his country's decision to strengthen ties with Russia, citing dissatisfaction with past partnerships with Western nations, especially France.
At the opening of the four-day conference in Moscow, the prime minister explained why Burkina Faso is choosing a different route. "Our history of working with France and the West hasn’t made us happy," he stated. "So, we decided to try something new. If we are looking for a partner now, it’s Russia."
This statement marks a significant change in Burkina Faso’s foreign relations. The prime minister's remarks reflect growing frustrations with Western involvement in the country. He and Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov discussed ways to boost security cooperation between the two nations. Burkina Faso has faced violent attacks from militants since 2015, which have caused immense suf...
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