Côte d'Ivoire and the Netherlands have expressed their willingness to strengthen their cooperation on sustainable water management. This commitment was made during an economic forum on sustainable water management held in The Hague on September 14, 2026. The forum was part of a commercial mission from Côte d'Ivoire to the Netherlands that took place from September 13 to 17. The mission was organized by the Ivorian embassy in the Netherlands with the support of the Netherlands Enterprise Agency and Invest International.
The forum brought together representatives from governments, institutions, investors, companies, and experts from both countries. Discussions focused on water management, port development, flood prevention, and coastal protection. These are key issues that both Côte d'Ivoire and the Netherlands face, particularly due to their relationship with lagoon, maritime, and coastal areas. The event provided a platform for sharing expertise and exploring opportunities for cooperation and innovation in the water sector.
The Ivorian delegation included focal points from the technical ministries responsible for projects in Invest International's portfolio, as well as four Ivorian companies from the maritime sector. They participated in site visits to specialized Dutch actors, including Deltares, ZandMotor, Boskalis, Van Oord, Haskoning, Ballast Nedam, and the Port of Rotterdam. The goal was to identify opportunities for cooperation, innovation, and investment in the water sector.
The cooperation between Côte d'Ivoire and the Netherlands aims to address common challenges related to water management. The two countries face similar issues, including flood prevention, coastal protection, and sustainable water management. By sharing expertise and experiences, they hope to develop concrete and sustainable projects that benefit both nations.
The Ivorian embassy in the Netherlands played a key role in organizing the forum and the commercial mission. The embassy's efforts aim to strengthen economic ties between Côte d'Ivoire and the Netherlands, particularly in the water sector. The mission also provided an opportunity for Ivorian companies to explore new business opportunities and partnerships with Dutch companies.
The Netherlands is known for its expertise in water management, with companies like Deltares, Boskalis, and Van Oord being global leaders in the field. Côte d'Ivoire can benefit from this expertise, particularly in addressing its own water management challenges. The cooperation between the two countries is expected to lead to the development of innovative solutions and sustainable projects.
The strengthened cooperation between Côte d'Ivoire and the Netherlands on water management is expected to have a positive impact on both countries. The partnership will focus on sharing expertise, developing sustainable projects, and promoting innovation in the water sector. This cooperation will contribute to addressing common challenges and promoting economic development in both nations.
Key points
- Côte d'Ivoire and Netherlands to enhance cooperation on sustainable water management
- The cooperation will focus on sharing expertise, developing sustainable projects, and promoting innovation in the water sector
- The partnership aims to address common challenges related to water management, including flood prevention, coastal protection, and sustainable water management
