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Denis Christel uses cooperation ministry as launchpad for presidential bid

The Minister of International Cooperation and the Promotion of Public-Private Partnerships, Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso.
The Minister of International Cooperation and the Promotion of Public-Private Partnerships, Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso. © Twitter/@ChristelSassou
Denis Christel Sassou Nguesso has taken advantage of his first four months as Minister of International Cooperation to build up a team of close supporters and extend his political influence. He also has backers at the president's office to help him gain the upper hand over the other contenders for the presidency. [...]
Published on 01.10.2021 at 06:00 GMT Reading time 5 minutes
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