Chronicles of the Nations · Mali

Author: Zhang Zhongxiang
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Publish Date: 2006-08-01
Features: The landlocked country of Mali in West Africa is one of the ancient civilizations of Africa with a long history. During the medieval period, it was the center of empires such as Ghana, Mali, and Songhai. The Dagon Plateau, located in the inland delta of the Niger River, is a rare Danxia landform wonder in the world. The Dagon people, who have lived here for generations, have accumulated the renowned Dagon culture, making it a "double" human heritage that combines both nature and culture. After, Mali established a republic in 1960. Since independence, the country has maintained relatively stable domestic politics and adopted a flexible and pragmatic foreign policy, receiving substantial aid from both Eastern and Western countries. Its economy and society have developed steadily. However, due to a weak economic foundation and heavy foreign debt, Mali remains one of the least developed countries in the world.