French military operation in Mali is expected to prolong than expected time. France Government has sought for funds from oil rich states of Arab countries. France Government is of view that everyone should help in fighting a war against extremists who are linked with Al-Qaeda in the African country ‘Republic of Mali’.
French foreign minister Laurent Fabius has stated that donors from Arab countries will be meeting in January end to give funds for an African force which will be deployed in Mali within a week. He added that this fight in Mali is part of the global war against terrorism.
France has pledged recently that it will keep their troops in Mali until stability in the West African country returns. France has also said that it is planning to deploy 2500 soldiers to strengthen the Malian Army and also work with the force provided by West African states.