Terrorist attacks aim to seize power, derail transition in Mali: PM

Malian Prime Minister Abdoulaye Maiga said on Monday that the terrorist attacks carried out on Saturday in several cities across the country were not merely isolated incidents, but were aimed at "seizing power, dismantling the country's republican institutions, and ending the transition process."

Speaking at a press briefing, Maiga said Mali was plunged into mourning by simultaneous attacks in several localities, which killed Defense Minister Sadio Camara, along with other civilian and military victims, and left others wounded. Mali's transitional government declared a two-day national mourning period starting Monday in honor of Camara, who was killed on Saturday in the attacks.

The attackers sought to spread fear and doubt, undermine national cohesion and weaken Mali's determination, he said, noting that these objectives have failed.

"It is clear that without the support of sponsors, these cowardly and barbaric acts could never have been carried out. What was the objective of this terrorist group? There were essentially three. One, to sow fear and doubt. We are not afraid, we will never doubt, and we will never be afraid. More than mere terrorist incidents, the enemy's objective was to seize power by dismantling the institutions of the Republic and putting an end to the process of rebuilding and building the Mali Koura (New Mali)," said Maiga.

Maiga said that under the leadership of the transitional president and the supreme commander of the armed forces, Mali's military has delivered a "forceful response," neutralizing hundreds of terrorists across the country.

The asymmetric nature of terrorist threats requires Mali to continuously adapt its security arrangements, he said, adding that lessons must be drawn from the April 25 attacks, with effective measures reinforced and necessary adjustments made to enhance security.

Several localities in Mali, including Bamako, Kati, Gao, Sevare and Kidal, were hit by coordinated attacks on Saturday. The government had earlier said the attacks left 16 civilians and military personnel wounded.

Terrorist attacks aim to seize power, derail transition in Mali: PM

A promotional event for the English edition of the fifth volume of "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" was held in Jakarta, Indonesia on Tuesday.

Participants at the event said the fifth volume reflects the latest achievements in the development of Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era and serves as an authoritative work for the international community to understand contemporary China.

China has embarked on a new journey under its 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030), while Indonesia is steadily advancing toward its Golden Indonesia 2045 vision. By strengthening strategic synergy and deepening development cooperation, the two countries will not only deliver tangible benefits to their people, but also inject strong momentum into the growth of the Global South and the improvement of the global governance system, they said.

At the event, the Chinese side presented copies of the book to Indonesian guests.

Experts and scholars exchanged views on topics including opportunities under China's 15th Five-Year Plan, common modernization and poverty alleviation experience.

Representatives from a training program for Indonesian village officials shared their experiences of studying and engaging in exchanges in China, as well as how they have applied what they learned from China to village governance.

The event was jointly organized by the State Council Information Office of China, the China International Communications Group, and the Chinese Embassy in Indonesia.

About 200 participants from China and Indonesia, including representatives from the publishing sector, think tanks and media, attended the event.

English edition of fifth volume of "Xi Jinping: The Governance of China" promoted in Indonesia