The military administrations of Mali and Niger have jointly declared their intention to terminate their enduring tax agreements with France within the upcoming three months.
Citing “France’s persistent hostile attitude” towards their nations and the “the unbalanced nature of these agreements, which result in a considerable loss of revenue for Mali and Niger”, as reported by the AFP news agency.
France and Mali’s tax pact has been in effect since 1972, while Niger’s agreement with the European nation dates back to 1965.
These agreements were established to prevent citizens of Mali and Niger residing in France from being taxed in both countries. Simultaneously, they also shield French nationals living in the two African countries from dual taxation.
In addition to tax matters, these agreements were designed to foster cooperation in various financial aspects.
This action mirrors a similar move earlier this year by Burkina Faso’s military government and is part of a broader trend among the military administrations of these three nations to sever connections with France, their former colonial power, following recent coups.
