The Republic of Niger first established
diplomatic relations with the United States upon the African nation's
independence in 1960, and the Nigerien Embassy has operated since its formal opening on April 17, 1961.
Relations between the United States and Niger have been continuous since that time, although there have been periods of tension following military coups in 1996 and 1999.
The Republic of Niger first established
diplomatic relations with the United States upon the African nation's
independence in 1960, and the Nigerien Embassy has operated since its formal opening on April 17, 1961.
Relations between the United States and Niger have been continuous since that time, although there have been periods of tension following military coups in 1996 and 1999.