International Mediation for Mali Crisis Led By Algeria Hailed

Algeria and Benin expressed satisfaction at the efforts of the international mediation, led by Algeria, for the resolution of the crisis in Mali, said Wednesday a joint statement issued at the end of the state visit of Beninese President Thomas Boni Yayi to Algeria.
As regards the situation in Mali, the two countries expressed their “satisfaction” at the efforts of the international mediation led by Algeria “for a final and lasting resolution to the Malian crisis with the respect for the unity and territorial integrity of this country,” said the joint statement.