Mali / Strengthening governance and national cohesion: Key points from the Council of Ministers meeting of June 11, 2025
At a time when Mali is pursuing its path of institutional reconstruction and the restoration of state authority, the Council of Ministers met on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, in a context full of symbolism and significant challenges. Chaired by General Assimi GOÏTA, President of the Transition, this session led to the adoption of strategic measures aimed at strengthening stability, improving public action efficiency, and fostering national cohesion. It also comes at a time when the authorities are determined to assert the country’s sovereignty within a region undergoing profound changes.
At the opening of the session, the Head of State extended his Tabaski wishes to the members of the Government and their families. He praised the courage of the Armed and Security Forces engaged in the fight against terrorism and expressed solidarity with the wounded and bereaved families. He urged the Government to intensify its efforts, while respecting constitutional principles, to meet the aspirations of the Malian people.
Among the key decisions, several regulatory texts were adopted. The Minister of Reconciliation, Peace, and National Cohesion presented two draft decrees aimed at improving the functioning of the national Disarmament, Demobilization, Reintegration (DDR) and Integration Commissions. These changes are intended to address shortcomings observed on the ground, particularly by expanding the mandates of these structures to cover the entire national territory and all relevant armed groups.
The Council also approved a decree structuring the Regional and Sub-Regional Transport Services. Presented by the Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, this decree allows for the integration of new staff in local Transport Offices to ensure better data collection, statistics management, and logistical monitoring of national transport. This reform is part of efforts to strengthen a coherent, decentralized transportation system.
One of the major decisions of this session was the adoption of a draft law revising the Transitional Charter. Proposed by the Minister in charge of Political Reforms, this new text grants the Head of State a renewable five-year mandate starting in 2025. This development is justified by the need to continue stabilizing the country, in line with the recommendations of the National Conference and the regional dynamic initiated within the Confederation of Sahel States (AES), established alongside Burkina Faso and Niger.
Ultimately, this Council of Ministers represents a key step in consolidating Mali’s institutions and stabilizing the country. By laying the legal foundations for deep reforms in the security, political, and administrative sectors, the transitional authorities reaffirm their commitment to building a sovereign, well-organized state oriented toward lasting peace. The continued commitment of the government and the involvement of key national stakeholders will be crucial in achieving the goals of this national rebuilding process.
