Gambiaj.com – (ABUJA, Nigeria) – In a significant move to bolster regional industrial development, H.E. Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, President of the ECOWAS Commission, met with Ms. Fatou Haidara, Deputy Director General of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and Managing Director of the Directorate of Global Partnerships and External Relations, along with her team during a courtesy visit to the Commission’s Headquarters in Abuja.

During the meeting, both leaders explored opportunities for collaboration between ECOWAS and UNIDO aimed at promoting industrial development and sustainable economic growth in the West African region. Dr. Touray expressed his gratitude for UNIDO’s ongoing support, highlighting the crucial role of partnerships in achieving shared objectives.

“Partnerships like the one we have with UNIDO are vital for our progress,” Dr. Touray stated. “Together, we can drive industrial development and foster economic growth that will benefit all ECOWAS member states.”

Ms. Haidara reaffirmed UNIDO’s commitment to working closely with ECOWAS, emphasizing the organization’s dedication to enhancing cooperation and driving forward development initiatives. “We are committed to supporting ECOWAS in its mission to industrialize and integrate the region. Our joint efforts will undoubtedly yield significant benefits for the people of West Africa,” she said.

The meeting concluded with a mutual agreement to explore potential joint projects and initiatives designed to benefit the region. Dr. Touray reaffirmed ECOWAS’ determination to strengthen its partnership with UNIDO, particularly in the areas of industrialization and regional integration.

Ms. Haidara commended ECOWAS for its unwavering support and pledged to collaborate with the Commission to implement programs fostering industrialization and regional integration among ECOWAS member states.

This meeting marks a renewed commitment between ECOWAS and UNIDO to drive sustainable development and industrial growth across West Africa, leveraging their combined expertise and resources for the betterment of the region.