President of Côte d’Ivoire Alassane Ouattara has commended John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana for establishing Channels of dialogue with the Sahel States
The Ivorian President made these remarks during a day working visit by President John Dramani Mahama to Côte d’Ivoire
The visit afforded the two Presidents to deliberate on strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries in the areas of Cocoa production and pricing at the international market
The two leaders recognised their countries’ significant contribution to the global cocoa market, which accounts for approximately 80% of worldwide production.
They discussed strategies to enhance global pricing and value addition in the cocoa sector.
The visit was part of President Mahama’s efforts to consolidate Ghana’s relations with its ECOWAS neighbours. The two leaders discussed issues of regional security, particularly the Alliance of Sahel States, improving cocoa production, and combating illegal mining.
Acknowledging that many waterways and tributaries cross both countries, the presidents noted the severe consequences galamsey has inflicted on their respective environments.
