If confirmed, I would encourage Benin to resume its traditional role as a positive influence and example in West Africa for democracy, rule of law, and human rights by directly engaging the Beninese Government, civil society, and other political actors.
Jim Risch: “If confirmed, I would encourage Benin to resume its traditional role as a positive influence and example in West Africa…”
On the recordOctober 4, 2021
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Risch emphasizes the importance of democracy and human rights in U.S. engagement with Benin.
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