On August 6, 2026, Tidjane Thiam, president of the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire – African Democratic Rally (PDCI-RDA), delivered a crucial message to the Nation. In his address, he lauded President Alassane Ouattara’s recent initiatives aimed at de-escalating the political climate, simultaneously appealing to all Ivorians to rally around core values of unity and collective hope.
During his statement, the prominent leader of the Democratic Party of Côte d’Ivoire explicitly recognized “the significant gestures made by Alassane Ouattara to bring calm to the political landscape of our country.” He asserted that these actions serve as encouraging signals for reinforcing national cohesion across Côte d’Ivoire.
Coinciding with the Independence Day festivities celebrated in Yopougon, Tidjane Thiam also announced the PDCI-RDA’s full participation in this important national event. He justified this decision by underscoring the inherently unifying nature of the commemoration. “We are all Ivorians, and the national holiday truly belongs to the entire Nation,” he affirmed.
Moreover, the PDCI-RDA president expressed profound confidence in the country’s future trajectory, drawing attention to Côte d’Ivoire’s abundant potential. “Côte d’Ivoire, our cherished nation, possesses considerable strengths. It is a land brimming with talent, innovative spirit, and immense promise,” he declared, calling upon citizens to combine their efforts to forge a more prosperous and deeply united society.
