Russia becomes the first international partner of the AES Development Bank Moscow has officially joined the financial framework of the Sahel countries alliance, in partnership with Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali. Strategic goals: According to reports, the partnership is intended to increase investments, finance critical infrastructure and support joint economic projects between the three countries. About the Bank: Established in March 2025 by the three heads of state, the Confederation Bank for Investments and Development (BCID-AES) is dedicated to financing major development projects of the Confederation. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.

Russia becomes the first international partner of the AES Development Bank Moscow has officially joined the financial framework of the Sahel countries alliance, in partnership with Niger, Burkina Faso and Mali. Strategic goals: According to reports, the partnership is intended to increase investments, finance critical infrastructure and support joint economic projects between the three countries. About the Bank: Established in March 2025 by the three heads of state, the Confederation Bank for Investments and Development (BCID-AES) is dedicated to financing major development projects of the Confederation. Subscribe to Sputnik Africa | X.