IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings: Côte d’Ivoire finalizes the signing of several major agreements

Abidjan, April 29, 2026 – On the occasion of the Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group held in Washington, United States, from April 13 to 18, 2026, Côte d’Ivoire, represented by a delegation led by the Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget, Adama Coulibaly, finalized the signing of several important agreements.

These include, among others, the implementation agreement of the second MCC Compact (Millennium Challenge Corporation), the signing of the national water pact under the “Water Forward” initiative, and the conclusion of a memorandum of understanding with the American company ABD Group for an amount of 500 million euros, aimed at supporting the health, water supply, and education sectors.

The report on these Spring Meetings was adopted during the Council of Ministers held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at the Presidential Palace in Abidjan-Plateau.

According to the government spokesperson, the meetings took place in a context marked by global economic uncertainties linked to the conflict in the Middle East. Discussions highlighted the need to promote flexibility in economic policy management, maintain credible macroeconomic frameworks, and strengthen international cooperation in order to address current shocks and prevent future disruptions in an uncertain global environment.

“With regard to our country, Côte d’Ivoire’s economic performance received significant attention from the IMF, the World Bank Group, and all bilateral and private sector stakeholders met. Progress in the implementation of the Economic and Financial Program, achievements in innovative debt management, the ambition of the National Development Plan 2026–2030, and the momentum in promoting private investment were highly appreciated,” said Amadou Coulibaly.