Four countries of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) - Nigeria, Niger, Guinea-Bissau, and Benin - discussed democratic transitions and security in the region. They specifically addressed the security situation in Mali after the withdrawal of the UN mission. Three ECOWAS member countries - Mali, Burkina Faso, and Guinea - are currently ruled by military juntas, while jihadist groups have gained ground in the Sahel region. The four countries reaffirmed their support for rapid democratic transitions and discussed the possible deployment of troops from ECOWAS countries to address security challenges. Details regarding the creation of a regional force for intervention still need to be clarified.

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