HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerien President Bazoum hide Secretary Blinken’s Call with Nigerien President Bazoum Readout Office of the Spokesperson October 9, 2023 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken spoke today with Nigerien President Mohamed Bazoum. Secretary Blinken reiterated that a democratically elected, civilian-led government presents the best opportunity to ensure that Niger remains a strong partner in security and development in the region. The United States calls for the immediate release of all those unjustly detained following the military takeover. Tags Bureau of African Affairs Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor Democracy Niger Nigeria Office of the Spokesperson The Secretary of State
