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Benin's President Romuald Wadagni holds working meeting with Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye
via SeneNews1 min read
The President of the Republic of Benin, Romuald Wadagni, made a friendship and working visit to Senegal this morning, signaling a new phase in strengthening relations between Dakar and Cotonou. This visit occurs amid growing economic, security, and political challenges in West Africa. The Beninese head of state was welcomed by his Senegalese counterpart, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye, around 10 AM at L茅opold S茅dar Senghor military airport in Dakar. Following official greetings, the two leaders immediately held a private meeting in the VIP lounge, described as cordial and constructive. Discussions focused on strategic issues, including strengthening bilateral relations, economic and financial cooperation, and security challenges in West Africa. The two heads of state also discussed prospects for more dynamic sub-regional integration, based on increased trade and better coordination of economic policies. Discussions continued at the Palace of the Republic, where both parties reaffirmed their shared commitment to consolidating the Dakar鈥揅otonou axis. This initiative is part of a shared ambition to enhance cooperation between the two countries and give new impetus to economic and diplomatic relations in the sub-region. At the end of the visit, the two presidents showed a convergence of views on the need to transform bilateral relations into a more structured partnership focused on concrete results for the benefit of their populations.
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