Abidjan, July 15, 2026 – On Monday, July 20 at 10:00 AM, Souleymane Diarrassouba, Ivory Coast’s Minister of Planning and Development, will take center stage at the Government Sessions, a high-profile forum organized by the Government Information and Communication Center (CICG).
The event will unfold at the Prime Minister’s auditorium in Abidjan-Plateau and will be accessible to both national and international media outlets. Additionally, the conference will be streamed live across the government’s digital platforms, including Facebook, X, TikTok and YouTube, ensuring broad public engagement.
During this press conference, Diarrassouba will unveil the critical challenges, opportunities and strategic directions of the National Development Policy (PND). The minister will delve into the core pillars of the PND, highlighting the government’s priorities in economic structural transformation, industrial growth, human capital enhancement, infrastructure modernization, governance reforms, and balanced regional development.
The Government Sessions serve as a vital platform for dialogue, bringing together government officials, journalists, professional organizations, and civil society representatives to discuss pressing national issues. This initiative, spearheaded by the CICG, aims to foster transparency and strengthen the connection between government initiatives and citizens.