Mali

Capital:	Bamako
Population:	10 million
Major languages:	French, African languages
Major religion:	Islam, indigenous beliefs
Form of government:	Multiparty republic
Monetary unit:	1 CFA (Communaute Financiere Africaine) franc = 100 centimes
Main exports:	Cotton, gold, livestock
Internet domain:	.ml
Time zone:	GMT
International dialling code:	+223
Trademarks:	Yes, see OAPI
Registered Designs:	Yes, see OAPI – also contracting party to the Hague Agreement
Utility Models:	Yes, see OAPI
Copyright:	Berne Convention
Plant Breeders' Rights:	Yes, see OAPI
For more information on trademarks in Mali please visit the main Spoor & Fisher website