Abidjan, 15 July 2026 – On Monday, 20 July 2026 at 10:00 AM, Souleymane Diarrassouba, Ivory Coast’s Minister of Planning and Development, will address the nation from the Prime Minister’s auditorium in Abidjan-Plateau. The event, part of the Government’s official communication series, will be open to both local and international media outlets and streamed live across the government’s digital platforms, including Facebook, X, TikTok, and YouTube.

During this press conference, the minister will unveil the key challenges, opportunities, and strategic directions of Ivory Coast’s National Development Policy (PND). Diarrassouba will highlight the government’s flagship priorities, including economic structural transformation, industrial growth, human capital enhancement, infrastructure modernization, governance reforms, and balanced regional development. This interactive session will foster direct dialogue between government officials, journalists, professional associations, and civil society representatives on matters of national significance.

The Rendez-vous du Gouvernement series, organized by the Centre d’Information et de Communication Gouvernementale (CICG), serves as a vital bridge between state actions and citizen engagement, ensuring transparency and accessibility in governance.