Earlier today, I had the opportunity to cross the beautiful Alassane Ouattara Bridge. This new transport connection is not just critical for this city. It symbolizes the transformation of Côte D’Ivoire—from a conflict-affected and fragile economy more than a decade ago to one of the fastest-growing economies in Africa. We need this spirit of optimism everywhere!
I am here because of another important connection—between Africa and the IMF.
Next week our Annual Meetings will be held in Marrakech, bringing together finance ministers and central bank governors from 190 countries. They will mark an important anniversary: half a century since the Meetings were last held in Africa—in Nairobi in 1973. Just weeks after a terrible earthquake, Morocco will bring the international community together in a spirit of solidarity and commitment to overcome the challenges we face. I want to express my heartfelt sympathy to the Moroccan people and my gratitude for generously hosting our meeting
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