On September 23, 2026, Djibouti's Prime Minister Abdoulkader Kamil Mohamed chaired a meeting at the Prime Minister's office to present the roadmap for Axis II, "Economic Growth and Diversification". The meeting was attended by various government ministers and technical committees. The roadmap is aimed at promoting economic growth and diversification in the country. The Minister Delegate for Investment and Private Sector Development led the presentation.

The meeting discussed several key areas, including industrialization, economic diversification, modernization of infrastructure, and improved governance of investments. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of creating jobs and developing agro-food, fisheries, and pastoral value chains. He also stressed the need to transform local resources and improve the cost and quality of energy, water, and internet services.

The Prime Minister instructed the relevant departments to focus on six to twelve high-impact projects that are mature and have available financing. The projects should be selected based on their potential to drive economic growth and create jobs. The departments were also tasked with accelerating the revision of the Investment Code and modernizing multimodal logistics.

The government aims to develop a streamlined roadmap that is financed and directly operational, serving a more diversified, competitive, and job-creating economy. The roadmap is expected to prioritize projects that can be implemented quickly and have a significant impact on the economy. The Prime Minister's emphasis on job creation and economic diversification reflects the government's commitment to improving the lives of Djibouti's citizens.

The meeting was attended by various government departments, including Agriculture, Transport and Infrastructure, Higher Education, Environment, Energy, Decentralization, Communication, and the Plan Commission. The technical committees and the Secretary General of the Prime Minister's office were also present. The wide range of attendees reflects the government's efforts to ensure a coordinated approach to economic development.

The government's efforts to promote economic growth and diversification are crucial for Djibouti's development. The country has significant potential for growth, particularly in the areas of agriculture, fisheries, and tourism. However, the government faces challenges in terms of infrastructure and governance, which must be addressed to unlock the country's full potential.

The roadmap for Axis II is part of a broader effort to promote economic development in Djibouti. The government has recently taken several steps to improve the business environment and attract investment. The Prime Minister's emphasis on job creation and economic diversification reflects the government's commitment to improving the lives of Djibouti's citizens and promoting sustainable economic growth.

Key points

  • The Djibouti government aims to create jobs and stimulate economic growth through a new roadmap for economic diversification and growth.

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