The Burkinabé government, through the Directorate General of State Protocol (DGPE), has officially presented a new digital platform called E-Protocole to the diplomatic corps and representatives of international organizations accredited in Burkina Faso. This platform aims to modernize and expedite the processing of requests from diplomatic missions and international organizations. The E-Protocole platform was presented by Minister and Director General of State Protocol, Robert COMPAORÉ.
The E-Protocole platform is designed to streamline the process of obtaining diplomatic cards and airport access cards. One of the key innovations of the new platform is the next-generation diplomatic card, which now includes a valuable feature: it serves as a legal document, specifying on the back that it is a valid residence permit. This development is expected to facilitate the daily activities of diplomatic missions in Burkina Faso.
Minister Robert COMPAORÉ emphasized the importance of the diplomatic corps' participation in events marking significant moments in the nation's life, including official ceremonies and major national gatherings. He encouraged diplomats to take a particular interest in these events, especially when they are held under the high patronage of President Ibrahim TRAORÉ.
The Ambassador of the Republic of Mali, Issouf Omar MAÏGA, speaking on behalf of his peers and the dean of the diplomatic corps accredited in Burkina Faso, welcomed the recognition of the diplomatic card as a residence permit. He noted that the E-Protocole platform will effectively contribute to alleviating the daily burden of diplomatic missions in obtaining official documents.
Ambassador MAÏGA also expressed the diplomatic corps' willingness to accompany Burkina Faso in its development and modernization dynamics, reaffirming their constant commitment alongside the Burkinabé people. The E-Protocole platform is expected to strengthen the collaboration between the Burkinabé government and the diplomatic corps.
The launch of the E-Protocole platform is part of the Burkinabé government's efforts to modernize its diplomatic services and enhance the efficiency of its administrative processes. The platform is expected to reduce bureaucracy and facilitate the exchange of information between the government and diplomatic missions.
The E-Protocole platform is a significant step towards improving the business climate in Burkina Faso, making it easier for diplomatic missions to operate in the country. The Burkinabé government is committed to continuing its efforts to improve the living conditions of diplomats and to facilitate their work in the country.
Key points
- The E-Protocole platform aims to modernize and expedite the processing of requests from diplomatic missions and international organizations.
- The new diplomatic card serves as a legal document, specifying that it is a valid residence permit.
- The diplomatic corps has welcomed the launch of the E-Protocole platform, expressing their willingness to accompany Burkina Faso in its development and modernization dynamics.
