Title: Alassane Ouattara invited by Félix Tshisekedi to the inaugural ceremony of the 9th Francophone Games in Kinshasa
Introduction :
The President of Côte d’Ivoire, Alassane Ouattara, received an official invitation from his Congolese counterpart Félix Tshisekedi to attend the inaugural ceremony of the 9th Games of La Francophonie which will take place in Kinshasa in July. This invitation testifies to the excellent relations between the two countries and opens the way to strengthening their collaboration.
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Christophe Lutundula, personally delivered the invitation to President Ouattara during his official visit to Abidjan. The Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Côte d’Ivoire, Kandia Camara, also participated in the discussions between the two leaders.
Strengthening of bilateral relations:
During their meeting, President Ouattara and Deputy Prime Minister Lutundula discussed the excellent relations between Côte d’Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of Congo. They discussed ways to strengthen this collaboration in different areas, such as economy, security and regional cooperation. This invitation to the ceremony of the Games of La Francophonie is a strong sign of this desire for rapprochement between the two countries.
The 9th Games of La Francophonie:
The Francophone Games are a major event that brings together Francophone athletes and artists from around the world. This edition, which will take place in Kinshasa, will highlight the talents and cultural diversity of the member countries of La Francophonie. In addition to sports competitions, the Games also include cultural and artistic competitions, thus strengthening the bonds of solidarity and friendship between the participating countries.
Future prospects:
The participation of President Ouattara in the opening ceremony of the Games of La Francophonie demonstrates the importance of this event for French-speaking countries. This will strengthen ties between Côte d’Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of Congo, by promoting cultural, sporting and economic exchanges. It is also possible that this occasion will serve as a platform to address other issues of common interest and explore new opportunities for cooperation.
Conclusion :
President Ouattara’s invitation to the inaugural ceremony of the 9th Francophonie Games in Kinshasa is a positive sign of the warm relations and rapprochement between Côte d’Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of Congo. This event offers a unique opportunity to celebrate Francophone diversity and strengthen ties between member countries of La Francophonie. Hopefully this participation will pave the way for further fruitful collaborations between the two nations