The Director General of the World Bank Administration, Zhang Wencai said on Monday, April 14, 2025 in Abidjan that the World Bank is committed to participating in the strengthening of human capital and the productivity of the agricultural sector in Côte d'Ivoire. It was after an audience with the Ivorian Prime Minister, Robert Beugré

The Director General of the Administration of the World Bank reaffirmed the commitment of its structure to contribute to the strengthening of human capital and the productivity of the agricultural sector. Au sortir de audience, Zhang Wencai a déclaré: “nous We came to take stock of what has been achieved and support the development trajectory of Côte d'Ivoire.” He welcomed the impressive achievements of Côte d'Ivoire in terms of macroeconomic stability, economic development and the strengthening of human capital, while stressing the willingness of the World Bank to work closely with the Ivorian government in the development of its next National Development Plan

In addition to discussions on points of cooperation on improving agricultural productivity and human capital, the Ivorian Prime Minister and the head of the World Bank discussed issues relating to infrastructure development, housing (a potential sector for creating jobs for young people), as well as to the involvement of the private sector in supporting the growth model.