In a significant move to bolster Chad agricultural exports, the World Bank and the National Agency for Investments and Exports (ANIE) collaboratively hosted a crucial capacity-building training session. Held in Bakara on Thursday, June 18, 2026, this initiative forms an integral part of the Agricultural Sector Resilience Program (PRSA).

The comprehensive training focused on the vital topic of « Management of agricultural product exports and imports, international standards, and plant and animal quarantine systems. » Its primary goal was to equip Chadian stakeholders with enhanced operational expertise to navigate the complexities of global trade.

Gotoraye Arnaud, coordinator of the Agricultural Trade and Market Dashboard for PRSA-TD, highlighted the persistent challenges faced by Chadian producers in accessing foreign markets. He underscored the intricate web of constraints, including complex export procedures, stringent quality and safety standards, and the rigorous application of sanitary and phytosanitary measures, all of which impede Chad’s agricultural export potential.

This targeted training aimed to strengthen participants’ proficiencies in several key areas: achieving international certifications, optimizing export logistics chains, and effectively preventing customs-related risks. By addressing these critical aspects, the program sought to empower local operators to compete more effectively on the world stage.

Dadi Adoum Arsin, Deputy Director General of ANIE, emphasized that this endeavor aligns perfectly with the strategic vision of the Government of the Republic of Chad. The government prioritizes economic diversification, the local processing of national products, private sector development, and the robust promotion of exports. This initiative also resonates with the ambitious National Development Plan, « Chad Connection 2030, » which envisions the private sector as a core engine for growth, job creation, and regional economic integration.

Achieving this national ambition necessitates building an economy capable of not only increasing production but also significantly expanding its sales beyond national borders. In this context, the vigorous promotion of Chad agricultural exports emerges as a critical lever for achieving economic sovereignty.

The advent of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) presents an immense market opportunity, encompassing over 1.4 billion consumers. Within this dynamic new environment, only nations that strategically invest in quality, standardization, certification, and the capacity building of their operators will fully capitalize on the advantages offered by African economic integration. Chad is firmly committed to participating actively in this transformative continental dynamic.

ANIE is dedicated to cultivating an ecosystem where businesses can readily access essential information, technical support, market opportunities, and the partnerships vital for their growth. The agency aims to be a close partner, a catalyst for economic expansion, a facilitator of trade, and a genuine ambassador for Chadian expertise in international markets.

This training stands as a tangible illustration of this profound ambition. It marks a significant milestone in the collective commitment towards fostering a more competitive agricultural sector, empowering high-performing businesses, and ensuring Chad’s deeper integration into regional and international economic exchanges. Participants in this vital training included diverse actors from both the public and private sectors, involved in agricultural trade, sanitary and phytosanitary controls, production, processing, and export promotion.