AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCocoa & Climate: Côte d’Ivoire says climate change is already hitting the economy, warning that erratic rainfall, flooding, landslides and coastal erosion are worsening as forests shrink by about 80%—a major concern for cocoa farming and long-term growth. Power & Infrastructure: The AfDB approved €103.14m for PROSER II to connect around 107,000 more households to the national grid, aiming to turn high electrification coverage into real last-mile access. Trade Finance: Afreximbank is pushing AfPAY and China’s CIPS in roadshows, including in Abidjan, to cut cross-border settlement costs and speed up trade payments for banks, importers and exporters. Investment Flows: Turkish firms are expanding in Côte d’Ivoire, with bilateral trade reported above $1.5bn and new activity across construction, agriculture, energy, logistics and manufacturing. Football & Business Spotlight: With the 2026 World Cup group stage starting June 11, Côte d’Ivoire’s presence in Group E (vs Germany, Ecuador and Curaçao) keeps attention on Ivorian talent—while broader tournament coverage highlights how global sport is intersecting with travel, security and spending.
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