International - 2025 September 01
On the sidelines of the African Food Systems Forum, the President of the Republic, His Excellency Bassirou Diomaye Faye, granted an audience to Mr. Alvaro Lario, President of the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD).
This meeting reaffirmed the strength of the partnership between Senegal and IFAD, built around tangible projects supporting agriculture and rural development.
Discussions focused on:
• Food sovereignty as a shared priority
• Strategic investments to support rural communities
• Modernizing agricultural practices and empowering youth
• Key pillars of the Senegal Vision 2050, which places agriculture at the heart of economic and social transformation
The Head of State and the President of IFAD reiterated their commitment to strengthening an exemplary cooperation, driven by innovation, sustainability, and the well-being of rural populations.