The African Street Journal · Senegal
Business · 2026-10-21

Senegal, Ivory Coast Leaders Discuss Trade and Security Cooperation

Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou Lô met with Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara and Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné to strengthen bilateral ties.

Senegalese Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou Lô concluded a 24-hour working visit to Abidjan, where he met with Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara and Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné. The discussions focused on enhancing cooperation between the two West African nations, particularly in the critical sectors of security, trade, and public policy. These areas are identified as central to the existing relationship between Senegal and Ivory Coast.

The leaders explored avenues for deepening their partnership, including boosting commercial exchanges, enhancing security collaboration, and sharing experiences in public policy implementation. This visit underscores Dakar and Abidjan's commitment to solidifying historical bonds of friendship and solidarity. Both nations aim to increase joint actions for economic and social development and regional integration.

Through these high-level meetings, Senegal reaffirmed its dedication to a cooperative approach based on dialogue and joint problem-solving for regional challenges. The visit seeks to invigorate the Dakar-Abidjan axis and strengthen a partnership beneficial to both countries, fostering a new momentum for their collaboration.

Why it mattersFarmers may benefit from strengthened agricultural cooperation and shared policy experiences between Senegal and Ivory Coast.

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