The France-Chad Business Forum concluded in Paris on Friday, bringing together 250 French and Chadian companies, public officials, investors, and development partners. The meeting aimed to strengthen economic relations between the two countries and support Chad's development priorities. The forum was co-organized by MEDEF International and the Republic of Chad, following a meeting between French President Emmanuel Macron and Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno on January 29.
The forum focused on accelerating French business and investor engagement in Chad's development plans, aligned with the country's National Development Plan, "Tchad Connexion 2030," presented in November 2025. Discussions covered various sectors, including agriculture, agro-industry, extractive industries, energy, infrastructure, transportation corridors, and human capital. The goal was to identify opportunities for cooperation, investment, and partnership between French and Chadian companies.
The meeting also addressed the business climate and mechanisms for securing and facilitating investments in Chad. Panels discussed mobilizing private capital to finance priority projects, particularly in water and electricity. Additionally, workshops explored investment opportunities under "Tchad Connexion 2030," and bilateral and B2B meetings took place.
According to a communiqué released after the forum, the meeting strengthened dialogue between the business communities of both countries, promoted exchanges between private actors, and identified new cooperation, investment, and partnership opportunities. The next step will be to concretize the discussions through financing, partnerships, and effective project implementation in Chad.
The forum built on previous efforts to enhance economic relations between France and Chad. In 2026, 300 companies were expected to attend a similar event in Paris. The current forum demonstrated a renewed commitment to cooperation, with a focus on the private sector's role in driving economic growth.
Chad's development plan, "Tchad Connexion 2030," outlines the country's priorities for growth and development. The plan aims to leverage partnerships and investments to drive progress in key sectors. The forum provided a platform for French companies and investors to engage with Chadian counterparts and explore opportunities for collaboration.
The conclusion of the France-Chad Business Forum marks a significant step towards strengthening economic ties between the two countries. The success of the forum will be measured by the concrete outcomes and investments that follow. Key outcomes include increased dialogue between business communities, new partnership opportunities, and a renewed focus on Chad's development priorities.
Key points
- The France-Chad Business Forum aimed to boost economic ties and attract investment for Chad's development plans.
- The forum focused on sectors such as agriculture, energy, and infrastructure.
- The meeting resulted in strengthened dialogue between business communities and identified new cooperation opportunities.
