Côte d’Ivoire champions strategic development at African economic forum

Côte d’Ivoire showcases its development vision at continental economic gathering

The African economic landscape is constantly evolving, shaped by the collective efforts of policymakers, international financial institutions, and leading economists.

During the opening remarks of the 2026 African Economic Conference, Dr. Souleymane Diarrassouba, Côte d’Ivoire’s Minister of Planning and Development, outlined the country’s strategic approach to economic transformation. The high-profile event, held at the headquarters of the African Development Bank in Abidjan, brought together key figures including Dr. Sidi Ould Tah, President of the African Development Bank Group, alongside representatives from the United Nations, UNDP, OECD, and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa.

This annual conference serves as a vital platform where top officials from development institutions, chief economists of multilateral banks, central banks, research centers, and government leaders converge to address the continent’s most pressing economic challenges.

Amid shifting geopolitical dynamics and evolving financing models, Côte d’Ivoire seized the opportunity to highlight its successful strategies in strategic planning, investment mobilization, and economic diversification. The country’s 2026-2030 National Development Plan was presented as a model for sustainable growth, emphasizing forward-thinking public policies, resilient reforms, and an enabling environment for private sector engagement.

As the Governor of the African Development Bank for Côte d’Ivoire, Minister Diarrassouba articulated the government’s commitment to a development agenda rooted in proactive governance, structural reforms, and investor confidence. The nation’s participation underscored its dedication to shaping Africa’s economic future through collaborative policy discussions and sharing best practices in public sector coordination and partnership mobilization.