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Côte d'Ivoire — North America Business Forum

CINAB Forum 2026.

Côte d'Ivoire North-American Business Forum

Dates 13 – 14 October 2026
Venue Hôtel Ivoire, Abidjan
Theme Accelerating Ivorian–North American partnerships
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/ 01 — About

About the CINAB Forum.

The third edition of the CINAB Forum — held 13–14 October 2026 at Hôtel Ivoire — is one of Côte d'Ivoire's principal international showcases for economic promotion. It presents the priority sectors of the National Development Plan 2026–2030, the country's major structural projects, and the reforms shaping the business climate.


/ 01b — About SPECI

About SPECI.

The Economic Promotion Service of Côte d'Ivoire to the United States, Canada and Mexico (SPECI) was established on July 12, 2012. It results from the vision and the initiative of His Excellency Mr. Alassane Dramane Ouattara to reposition Côte d'Ivoire on the international level and to attract massively American investors.


/ A Global Mission

A bridge between two continents.

The Côte d'Ivoire North America Business Forum is an initiative led by the Economic Promotion Service of Côte d'Ivoire to the United States, Canada, and Mexico (SPECI-USA). Under the leadership of His Excellency Ambassador Inza Camara, who serves as the Delegate General, this service has skillfully formulated strategies with the goal of enhancing the country's economic position.

It also identifies, supports, and promotes opportunities for North American investors who are keen on exploring the potential that Côte d'Ivoire has to offer. This unwavering dedication acts as a vital bridge, facilitating productive collaborations between Ivorian businesses and North American stakeholders.

H.E. Ambassador Inza Camara
SPECI-USA EST · 2012
Delegate General
H.E. Amb. Inza Camara
SPECI-USA
/ 02 — Key Sectors

Thirteen sectors. One inflection point.

The 2026 edition puts special emphasis on the strategic sectors that anchor the National Development Plan 2026–2030 — from agri-industry and mining to fintech, AI, and the green economy.

Agriculture & agri-industry
World's #1 cocoa producer. Now industrializing cashew, rubber, palm, coffee — moving up the value chain from farm to processed product.
Renewable energy
Solar, hydro, biomass, wind — the country's clean-energy build-out is a national priority.
Mining, petroleum & energy
Gold, manganese, bauxite, nickel, lithium, oil, gas — the resource base of the next industrial era.
Infrastructure & PPPs
Ports, roads, rail, power grid, digital fiber — public-private partnerships anchoring the West-African corridor.
Digital, Fintech, AI & cybersecurity
Fiber-first economy, mobile-money leader, national AI strategy — the digital foundation of the transformation.
+ 8 more strategic sectors Full list of 13 priority sectors of the NDP 2026–2030
Manufacturing industry Transport, logistics & industrial zones Health, biotech & pharma Real estate, construction & materials Tourism, hospitality & leisure Cultural & creative industries Education & professional training Green economy, climate & sustainability
Read the full context: PND 2026–2030
The CINAB Forum

An institutional event.

Convened by SPECI-USA under the high patronage of the Presidency of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, and organized in partnership with U.S., Canadian, and Mexican institutional partners.

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