Laurent Gbagbo open to dialogue with Abidjan authorities

Speaking at a press conference on the social pact, Gbagbo stated, "I have no red line not to cross in a dialogue with the government." He confirmed his party's readiness to participate in discussions with the government, while explaining their absence from a meeting initiated by Prime Minister Beugré Mambé on June 22, 2026, with political parties. Gbagbo indicated that the PPA-CI did not attend due to a lack of information regarding the meeting's agenda.

He explained that his party had requested clarification on the purpose of the meeting but received no response. He later learned that the discussions focused on electoral reform, following the dissolution of the Independent Electoral Commission CEI in May 2026. Gbagbo also suggested that some criticisms directed at his party stem from a misunderstanding of its positions, attributing this to a lack of awareness of the realities faced by Ivorian populations.

Beyond political matters, the PPA-CI leader emphasized socio-economic issues, urging authorities to ensure that the country's economic performance benefits the population more broadly.