On September 16, 2026, Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh welcomed World Bank Vice President Ousmane Dione at the Presidential Palace in Djibouti. The meeting aimed to review ongoing projects between Djibouti and the World Bank, as well as explore new areas of cooperation. President Guelleh and Vice President Dione discussed ways to strengthen the partnership between Djibouti and the World Bank over the next five years.
The discussions focused on identifying strategic sectors for cooperation, aligning with Djibouti's national priorities and supporting the country's development path. The two parties emphasized the importance of creating job opportunities and developing the energy sector. In the context of job creation, the World Bank will provide significant support to Djibouti, including valuable assistance to enhance the alignment of training programs with regional labor market requirements.
Vice President Dione's visit to Djibouti aimed to determine the mechanisms for implementing the distinguished partnership between Djibouti and the World Bank. The meeting reviewed the progress of ongoing projects and explored new areas of cooperation. Djibouti's Minister of Economy and Finance, Ilyas Moussa Doualeh, and members of the World Bank delegation, including Resident Representative Fato Fall, attended the meeting.
The World Bank's support for Djibouti's energy sector will focus on increasing the country's use of renewable energy. This will help Djibouti generate foreign currency and attract investors. The two parties agreed to prioritize these areas in their cooperation over the next five years.
President Guelleh and Vice President Dione discussed ways to enhance the partnership between Djibouti and the World Bank. The meeting highlighted the importance of cooperation in achieving Djibouti's development goals. The World Bank's support will help Djibouti address key challenges and promote sustainable development.
The discussions between President Guelleh and Vice President Dione demonstrated the commitment of both parties to strengthening their cooperation. The meeting provided a platform for the two parties to review progress and explore new opportunities for collaboration. Djibouti values its partnership with the World Bank and looks forward to continued cooperation.
The meeting between President Guelleh and Vice President Dione concluded with a reaffirmation of the strong partnership between Djibouti and the World Bank. The two parties agreed to continue working together to achieve Djibouti's development objectives. The World Bank will provide ongoing support to Djibouti to help the country address its development challenges.
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- Djibouti's President Ismail Omar Guelleh meets World Bank Vice President Ousmane Dione to discuss cooperation and development projects.
