The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on Friday suspended the nation of Guinea-Bissau from all decision-making roles after its civilian government was overthrown in a coup.

ECOWAS strongly condemned the coup and said the suspension will remain in effect “until the restoration of full and effective constitutional order in the country.”

To that end, ECOWAS demanded the military of Guinea-Bissau provide safe passage for international observers, release all detained officials, and “allow the National Electoral Commission to proceed without delay with the declaration of the results of the elections of 23 November 2025.” The bloc said economic sanctions could be on the table if the military junta did not cooperate.

Guinea-Bissau is a small and impoverished country that

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