Q. Which three countries recently announced their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS)?
Answer:
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger
Notes: Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso announced their withdrawal from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). The three countries accused ECOWAS of imposing "illegitimate, inhumane, and irresponsible" sanctions against them after their militaries seized power in recent coups. The sanctions, which limit border movements and trade, have hurt the countries' economies. The three countries' withdrawal could weaken the regional bloc and escalate tensions.