The 58th ordinary session of the West African Economic and Monetary Union Interparliamentary Committee (CIP-UEMOA) is currently underway in Niamey. Amidst the ongoing proceedings, Dr. Mamoudou Harouna Djingarey, President of Niger’s Consultative Council for Refoundation (CCR), held a significant strategic meeting this Wednesday, July 15, 2026, with a high-level community parliamentary delegation.
2027 budget and strategic directives central to discussions
The CIP-UEMOA Bureau delegation was led by its acting president, Fononna Cheick Ahmed Coulibaly. Following this high-level engagement, he shed light on the primary subjects discussed with the Nigerien authorities.
This 58th ordinary session, which takes place from July 13 to 18, 2026, in the Nigerien capital, holds a predominantly financial focus.
“We seized this opportunity to present to the CCR president the substance of our work, which is centered on the review and adoption of the CIP-UEMOA’s 2027 budget, alongside the 2027-2029 multi-year budgetary programming framework,” stated Fononna Cheick Ahmed Coulibaly.
Review of first half of 2026 and a clear path for integration
The parliamentarians also evaluated the activities conducted during the first half of 2026 before outlining priority actions and the necessary budgetary allocations for the second half of the year. Seeking counsel and guidance from the CCR president was a prominent aspect of the discussions, aimed at accelerating the regional integration process.
Niger reiterates its dedication to community solidarity
The acting president of CIP-UEMOA warmly commended Niger’s unwavering commitment. For him, the exceptional welcome received underscores the strong 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 diligence of the work accomplished since the session’s inception, reaffirming their collective resolve to unite efforts. This enhanced parliamentary cooperation is intended to serve as a vital instrument for the well-being of the populace and the prosperity of UEMOA member states.
