Title: Meeting between Ivorian and Congolese Prime Ministers strengthens bilateral ties
Introduction :
Last week, a meeting between the Prime Ministers of the Ivory Coast, Patrick Achi, and of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde, was held in Kinshasa. This meeting was an opportunity to strengthen bilateral ties between the two countries and to discuss various topics, including the Games of La Francophonie.
Enhanced bilateral cooperation:
During their meeting, the two Prime Ministers discussed bilateral cooperation between Côte d’Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of Congo. They stressed the importance of strengthening relations between the two countries, both economically and culturally.
Patrick Achi notably congratulated his Congolese counterpart for the organization of the Francophonie games, underlining the remarkable work of Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde. He also expressed his support for the Ivorian athletes involved in these competitions.
Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde, for his part, welcomed the visit of the Ivorian Prime Minister as a representative of President Alassane Ouattara, and expressed his desire to strengthen exchanges between the two countries in the coming years.
A brotherly friendship:
Beyond discussions on bilateral cooperation, this meeting was also an opportunity for the two Prime Ministers to consolidate their personal friendship. They exchanged symbolic gifts to mark this meeting, thus strengthening the bonds of friendship between Côte d’Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Conclusion :
The meeting between the Ivorian and Congolese Prime Ministers further strengthened bilateral ties between the two countries. It bears witness to the importance of cooperation and friendship between Côte d’Ivoire and the Democratic Republic of the Congo