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Chris Coons: How do we ensure that Niger, currently a relatively staunch U.S. ally with which we have built some strong partnerships…

On the recordMay 6, 2013
How do we ensure that Niger, currently a relatively staunch U.S. ally with which we have built some strong partnerships, does not become the next Mali?
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Chris Coons
Democratic · Delaware

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Coons raises concerns about Niger's stability amidst regional violence.

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