Burkina Faso’s Junta Expands Russian Relations Through New Gold Deal
Burkina Faso's military-led government has recently moved to secure its economic future by granting an industrial mining license to Nordgold, a Russian company. This new gold project is a strategic step for the West African nation, which seeks to leverage soaring gold prices to bolster an economy still reeling from continued insecurity.
The decision comes at a crucial time. Amid a backdrop of turmoil and unrest, Burkina Faso looks toward gold, not just as a precious metal but as a lifeline. According to a report by Reuters,…