Mali Indefinitely Delays Forum For Civilian Rule

Mali says that it would delay a nationwide debate on reform that the army-dominated government views as a precondition for returning to civilian rule after two coups.  <br />Mali’s interim government is facing international pressure to swiftly restore civilian rule after the military seized power in August 2020, and then deposed another civilian-led government in May. <br />It previously said that it would set a date for elections only after holding the nationwide forum. <br />The panel stated that it had decided to postpone due to consultations designed to guarantee inclusive participation in the forum.