The Presidential Palace in Abidjan was the setting, on Thursday, April 9, 2026, for a crucial working session between the Ivorian Head of State, Alassane Ouattara , and the President of the WAEMU Commission, Abdoulaye Diop . This meeting provided an opportunity to review the state of the Union at the beginning of the year.

A regional economy in good shape

At the heart of the discussions, the economic vitality of the zone was highlighted. Despite a volatile international context, the WAEMU demonstrates:

1. Robust growth .
2. Stable and well-oriented macroeconomic indicators .
3. Resilience in the face of regional institutional changes.

Ivory Coast, the "engine" of the Union

Abdoulaye Diop was full of praise for the Ivorian performances. Ivory Coast particularly distinguished itself by:

1. The strength of its governance and financial indicators.
2. An exemplary capacity to mobilize resources (internal and external).
3. Financial innovations that are now boosting and securing the sub-regional financial market.

"The Ivorian model in financial innovation is now a reference that we encourage in all member states," Mr. Diop stated.

Focus on integration and forward planning

In his capacity as the current chairman of the WAEMU, Alassane Ouattara took advantage of this meeting to set the course. His strategic directions for the coming months revolve around two major axes:

1. Consolidating the gains of integration to improve the daily lives of the population.
2. Anticipating global shocks by proactively adapting national economic policies.

The President of the Commission concluded by praising the constant commitment of the Ivorian Head of State, a true pillar of cohesion and progress within the community space.