The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Handicrafts in Côte d'Ivoire has launched a call for traders in the country to register and obtain a professional card. This card serves as a vital identification document and enables traders to benefit from state support programs. The appeal was made by Ogba Aline, Director of Insertion and Promotion of Commercial Activities, during a ceremony in Man, where 30 traders affected by recent fires received financial assistance.
According to Ogba Aline, the professional card is essential for traders to prove their status and access state support during difficult times. She emphasized that having this card is crucial for traders to be recognized and assisted by the state. The card is part of the ministry's efforts to improve the identification of commercial actors and enhance their inclusion in support actions.
The ministry's initiative aims to create a better framework for identifying and supporting traders across the country. Ogba Aline encouraged traders who have not yet obtained the card to approach the relevant authorities to register. She assured that the regional directorate in charge of commerce will conduct registration operations to facilitate the process.
The call for registration comes as part of the government's efforts to improve the business environment and provide targeted support to traders. The professional card is expected to play a key role in this process, enabling the state to better identify and assist commercial actors.
The ceremony in Man, where 30 traders received financial assistance, highlights the ministry's commitment to supporting traders affected by recent incidents. The fires that occurred on August 23, 24, and 26 caused significant disruptions to trading activities in the area.
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Handicrafts is working to enhance its support for traders and improve the overall business environment in Côte d'Ivoire. The introduction of the professional card is a key part of this effort, aimed at promoting formalization and access to state support for commercial actors.
Traders who wish to obtain the professional card can approach the regional directorate in charge of commerce for registration. The ministry has assured that it will conduct outreach and registration operations to facilitate the process and encourage traders to take advantage of this opportunity.
Key points
- The Ministry of Commerce in Côte d'Ivoire is urging traders to obtain professional cards for identification and state support.
- The professional card will enable traders to access state support programs and prove their status.
- The ministry aims to create a better framework for identifying and supporting traders across the country.
