The Malian ambassador to the United Nations, Issa Konfourou, attended the annual meeting of UN resident coordinators in New York on November 4, 2026. The meeting was chaired by UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohamed. The event aimed to enhance coordination among UN teams in countries to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030. Konfourou highlighted the good collaboration between Mali and UN agencies.
During the meeting, Konfourou welcomed the alignment of UN programs with Mali's national priorities, including Vision Mali 2063 and the National Strategy for Emergence and Sustainable Development (SNEDD) 2024-2033. He reaffirmed Mali's commitment to continuing this cooperation while respecting its sovereignty and the interests of its population. This cooperation is crucial for Mali's development, and the country appreciates the support of UN agencies.
The meeting brought together representatives from various countries, who expressed their support for the resident coordinators and their effectiveness on the ground. The participants also called on the UN to maintain its support for the coordinators. This backing is essential for the success of UN programs in countries like Mali, where development challenges are significant.
The UN resident coordinators play a vital role in coordinating the activities of UN agencies in countries. They are responsible for ensuring that UN programs are aligned with national priorities and that they contribute to the achievement of the SDGs. In Mali, the UN agencies have been working closely with the government to implement programs that support the country's development goals.
The cooperation between Mali and UN agencies has been productive, with several programs implemented in areas such as health, education, and economic development. The UN has provided significant support to Mali in its efforts to address development challenges, including poverty reduction and food security. The country's progress in these areas is attributed, in part, to the collaboration with UN agencies.
The annual meeting of UN resident coordinators provides a platform for sharing best practices and experiences in coordinating UN programs in countries. It also offers an opportunity for countries to express their appreciation for the support of UN agencies and to discuss ways to strengthen cooperation. Mali's participation in the meeting reflects its commitment to working with the UN to achieve its development goals.
The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from countries to support the work of UN resident coordinators and to strengthen cooperation with UN agencies. Mali and other countries look forward to continuing their collaboration with the UN to achieve the SDGs and address development challenges. The UN, in turn, has pledged to maintain its support for countries in their development efforts.
Key points
- Mali's ambassador to the UN praises cooperation with UN agencies at annual meeting in New York.
- The meeting aimed to enhance coordination among UN teams in countries to accelerate the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
- Mali and UN agencies have collaborated on programs in areas such as health, education, and economic development.
