Abidjan – The African Union (AU) and Côte d’Ivoire are intensifying preparations for the upcoming Abidjan Border Forum (ABF), scheduled for October 2024. An AU delegation, led by Alhaji Sarjoh Bah, Director of the Conflict Management Directorate, recently visited Côte d’Ivoire to finalize plans for the event.
The forum, endorsed by the African Union Assembly, aims to address challenges and opportunities in border governance across the continent. The AU and Côte d’Ivoire will co-host the event.
During the visit, the AU delegation met with Ivorian officials, including Foreign Minister Evariste Yapi and Interior Minister Vagondo Diomande. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to the forum and discussed security matters in the region.
A memorandum of understanding was signed outlining the roles and responsibilities of both parties in organizing the ABF. The forum is expected to bring together policymakers, border management experts, and other stakeholders to discuss strategies for enhancing border security and cooperation.
