Tiémoko Meyliet Koné, Vice President of Côte d’Ivoire, warned that “the world is looking on at the gradual fragmentation of its peace architecture” and an alarming reconfiguration of the international landscape — pointing to the “dire situation” in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo and in Sudan.
Citing “a lack of support from certain partners and the United Nations”, he noted several African countries “are struggling to find lasting solutions to conflicts and to bear the costs of various counter-terrorism and peacekeeping operations” — while “violent extremism, transnational organized crime and illicit trafficking” continue to destabilize several regions, particularly the Sahel.
In this regard, he commended efforts by the UN, the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and all security partners.
Reaffirming support for Security Council reform to ensure permanent African representation, he turned to another deficit — substantial financing needs in many developing countries.
Indeed, the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development highlighted that “the necessary resources exist” he affirmed — “the challenge now lies in our collective ability to mobilize” and channel them with greater equity, solidarity and effectiveness.
He therefore called for ambitious reform of international financial architecture to ensure that developing countries have fairer access to the resources needed to finance infrastructure, health, education, energy and decent jobs for youth.
On climate, he reminded that Africa contributes the least to global greenhouse gas emissions — “yet remains among the regions hit the hardest by their consequences”. Honouring international commitments on climate finance, adaptation and technology transfer is imperative.
Côte d’Ivoire continues its path toward a stronger, more diversified economy driven by its 2026–2030 National Development Plan — aligned with the 2030 Agenda and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.
“Our ambition remains to build a prosperous and united nation, where economic growth translates into greater opportunity, social progress and well-being,” he stated.
