The 58th ordinary session of the Interparliamentary Committee of the West African Economic and Monetary Union (CIP-UEMOA) is currently in full swing in Niamey. As part of the ongoing agenda, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, President of Niger’s Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR), held a significant meeting on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, with a prominent community parliamentary delegation.
2027 budget and strategic directions at the core of discussions
The CIP-UEMOA Bureau delegation was led by its interim president, Fononna Cheick Ahmed Coulibaly. Following this high-level engagement, he shed light on the primary topics addressed with the Nigerien authorities.
This 58th ordinary session, scheduled from July 13 to 18, 2026, in the Nigerien capital, primarily centers on financial matters.
“We seized this opportunity to present to the CCR President the substance of our deliberations, which concentrated on reviewing and adopting the CIP-UEMOA’s 2027 budget, alongside the multi-year budgetary programming framework for 2027-2029,” stated Fononna Cheick Ahmed Coulibaly.
Review of first half 2026 and a clear path for integration
The parliamentarians also took stock of activities carried out during the initial six months of 2026, before outlining priority actions and the necessary budgetary allocations for the latter half of the year. Seeking guidance and strategic advice from the CCR President was a key element, aimed at accelerating the regional integration process.
Niger reaffirms its dedication to community solidarity
The interim president of the CIP-UEMOA warmly acknowledged Niger’s consistent commitment. He emphasized that the quality of the reception underscored the excellent relationship between the Consultative Council for Refoundation and the Interparliamentary Committee, demonstrating the nation’s resolve to foster dialogue and solidarity across the West African region.
Both institutions mutually expressed satisfaction with the success and thoroughness of the work undertaken since the session’s commencement. They reiterated their shared resolve to combine efforts. This enhanced parliamentary cooperation is envisioned as a vital instrument for advancing the well-being of the populace and ensuring the prosperity of UEMOA member states.
