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Côte d’Ivoire is exploring new friendships, in addition to its traditionally close alignment with France and the West. While the years of conflict chipped away at the country’s regional influence and international diplomatic ties, today Côte d’Ivoire is a crucial member of the regional security infrastructure, notably in opposing the threat of extremism in the Sahel.

Peace and stability were consolidated in 2021, with the first inclusive legislative elections in Côte d’Ivoire in 20 years. On the security front, defence and security forces have been mobilised to counter all issues at a time when terrorism constitutes a threat both within our borders and throughout the subregion. We will continue to strengthen our defence and security...

A dynamic, diverse and rapidly growing country, Côte d’Ivoire is one of the largest economies in West Africa, with a promising growth outlook and favourable demographic prospects. Côte d’Ivoire has a range of natural resources and varied landscapes inhabited by a wide variety of peoples speaking different indigenous languages and practising distinct faiths. The optimistic...

Côte d’Ivoire is part of a region with a vibrant history defined by the movement of goods, peoples and religious evolution. The country is located on the southern edge of the most prominent and wealthy West African empires. Following early Neolithic findings, subsequent populations in the area have left few archaeological traces and evolved on the periphery of the Sudanic...