The President of the Republic, Mr. Bassirou Diomaye Faye, presided today in Istanbul over the opening ceremony of the Türkiye-Senegal Investment Forum, alongside Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz. This business forum, organized in collaboration with APIX and the Turkish Foreign Economic Relations Board, marks a significant step in strengthening relations between our two countries.
In his speech, President Faye emphasized the importance of private investment as a driver of economic growth and job creation, highlighting Senegal’s political stability, natural resources, and strategic position in West Africa. He invited Turkish companies to invest in key sectors such as agribusiness, energy, manufacturing, infrastructure, and tourism while encouraging sustainable partnerships.
Through this forum, President Faye continues to provide strong support to the Senegalese private sector by opening doors to international markets. This forum reflects Senegal’s commitment to a strategic and mutually beneficial partnership with Türkiye.