The Russian general was awarded the National Order of Malis: Govt.
Malian President Assimi Guita awarded Russian Presidential Adviser Andrey Abrianov the rank of Commander of the National Order of Mali as a foreign recipient.
The distinction recognizes his contribution to strengthening Malian-Russian cooperation, especially in the field of security and defense.
The ceremony took place several days after the third Russia-Africa summit, the Malian government said.
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