During a working session in Yaoundé, National Assembly President Théodore Datouo welcomed French Senator Ronan Le Gluet on July 15, 2026. The meeting focused on strengthening parliamentary ties between Cameroon and France, with both leaders emphasizing the importance of institutional cooperation.

Théodore Datouo, President of Cameroon’s National Assembly, received Ronan Le Gluet—a French Senator representing French citizens abroad and Deputy Chair of the France-Cameroon Friendship Group—in a bid to reinforce bilateral relations between Yaoundé and Paris.

The discussions highlighted mutual commitment to deepening inter-parliamentary collaboration through existing friendship groups. Key topics included the welfare of the French community in Cameroon, the upcoming French Senate renewal in September 2026, and the exchange of best practices between the two legislative bodies.

The meeting also reviewed progress on projects funded under the Debt Reduction and Development Contract (C2D), particularly in urban development and infrastructure. Additionally, Datouo and Le Gluet explored new cooperation opportunities in economic and healthcare sectors, aiming to foster sustainable growth and shared prosperity.