The International Finance Corporation (IFC), a subsidiary of the World Bank, will double its commitments in Senegal according to its director, Makhtar Diop.
During his visit to the Palace of the Republic of Senegal, Makhtar Diop, Director General of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), reiterated his institution's ambition to strengthen its support for strategic sectors of the Senegalese economy.
Received Monday by the President, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, Mr. Diop underlined the importance of industrialization, agriculture and the development of SMEs for inclusive growth driven by the private sector.
In an exchange described as “ successful » by Makhtar Diop, the two officials reviewed Senegal's priorities in terms of economic transformation.
« During our meeting, we discussed Senegal's priorities in terms of industrialization, agriculture, extractive industries and support for SMEs. The International Finance Corporation plans to support even more local champions in order to create quality jobs and promote sustainable growth driven by the private sector “, declared the director of the IFC.
The latter also announced that his institution plans to double its level of commitment in Senegal. This initiative aims to further support the country in its economic ambitions, while placing emphasis on key sectors such as health and digital technology.
For his part, President Diomaye Faye welcomed the IFC's commitment, affirming that this strengthened cooperation with the International Finance Corporation is perfectly in line with Senegal's strategy for sustainable and inclusive development.
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