Benin ambassador gets guidance before Paris posting

Jean-Michel Abimbola, appointed Benin's ambassador to France on October 7, 2026, met with Constitutional Court President Professor Cossi Dorothé SOSSA on October 29, 2026. The meeting in Cotonou focused on inter-institutional cooperation and gathering constitutional guidance for his mission in Paris, which includes several European states and international organizations.

Abimbola stated that consulting with institutional leaders is a republican tradition for diplomats before international deployment. He highlighted the strategic importance of the Paris embassy for national institutions and discussed cooperation between Benin's Constitutional Court and its European counterparts.

The ambassador expressed respect for the court and sought the president's advice for a flawless mission. Professor SOSSA reiterated his support and encouraged Abimbola to honor the trust placed in him by the Head of State.

Why it mattersBenin's new ambassador to France received guidance from the Constitutional Court president to ensure a successful diplomatic mission.

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