Abdoulaye Bio Tchané, President of Benin's Economic and Social Council (CES), has arrived in Bucharest, Romania, to participate in the General Assembly of the International Union of Economic and Social Councils of French-speaking Countries (UCESIF) and the Francophone Social Dialogue Forum. The events, scheduled from September 28 to 30, 2026, bring together representatives from the French-speaking world to discuss social dialogue, peace, and sustainable development. Bio Tchané leads a delegation from Benin's CES to the UCESIF assembly.
Upon arrival in Bucharest, Bio Tchané was welcomed by the Honorary Consul of Benin in Romania, Dr. Serge S. Rameau, and a delegation from the Romanian Economic and Social Council. The program includes a meeting of the UCESIF Bureau, followed by the General Assembly at the Palace of the Parliament in Bucharest. Representatives from Economic and Social Councils and similar institutions from the French-speaking world will examine several dossiers related to the organization's functioning.
The discussions will focus on the theme "Peace, a Vector of Sustainable Development." This reflection is part of the work of a UCESIF working group and takes place in the perspective of the next International Francophonie Summit. Delegations will also examine the financial and activity reports of UCESIF for 2025 and the activities planned in the coming months. A visit to the Romanian Parliament Palace and a plenary session of the Parliament are also on the program.
This meeting allows Benin's CES to share its experience in economic and social dialogue and exchange with similar institutions from other Francophone countries. The participation of Bio Tchané in these events is part of the priorities of the eighth term, which aims to strengthen the CES's relations with its counterparts abroad and give more visibility to the institution on the international scene.
The events provide a platform for representatives to discuss key issues affecting the French-speaking world. The UCESIF General Assembly and Francophone Social Dialogue Forum aim to promote social dialogue, peace, and sustainable development. Bio Tchané's participation demonstrates Benin's commitment to these goals and its engagement with the international community.
The Romanian Economic and Social Council hosts the UCESIF General Assembly and Francophone Social Dialogue Forum. The events are expected to foster cooperation and understanding among representatives from the French-speaking world. Benin's CES is actively involved in these efforts, as reflected in Bio Tchané's participation.
Bio Tchané's attendance at the UCESIF General Assembly and Francophone Social Dialogue Forum underscores the importance of international cooperation and dialogue. The events in Bucharest provide a valuable opportunity for representatives to share experiences and best practices in promoting peace, social dialogue, and sustainable development.
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- Benin's Economic and Social Council President Abdoulaye Bio Tchané participates in the UCESIF General Assembly and Francophone Social Dialogue Forum in Bucharest.
