Abidjan: 1st Edition of the International Salon of Extractive and Energy Resources (SIREXE)
In the context of recent significant discoveries of oil and gas deposits, the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Côte d’Ivoire has decided to establish a promotional platform called the “International Salon of Extractive and Energy Resources (SIREXE).“
The SIREXE will be held every two years and will last for five (5) consecutive days, with the primary objectives of further stimulating national and international private investments in the sector and ensuring a better distribution of the generated wealth.
The first edition of the SIREXE is scheduled to take place from November 27th to December 2nd, 2024, at the Abidjan Exhibition Park, under the theme: “Sustainable Development of Extractive and Energy Industries: What Policies and Strategies?“
It will revolve around the presentation of major national and sub-regional priority projects in the Mining, Oil, and Energy sectors, the strengthening of sub-regional and international partnerships to mobilize financing, the public discovery of the Ivorian extractive and energy sector, as well as the promotion of local content and professions across the entire value chain among entrepreneurs and young people.
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The Ivorian government’s vision for the mining, oil, and energy sector is based on sustainable development and the promotion of these industries to stimulate economic growth and improve the well-being of citizens. To achieve this, the government is committed to encouraging responsible exploration and exploitation of natural resources, ensuring that benefits are equitably shared and contribute to the country’s social and economic development.
In the mining sector, the government aims to attract investments and modernize the industry to become a driver of economic growth and job creation. It also seeks to promote sustainable mining practices that respect the environment and local communities.
Regarding oil and energy, the government’s vision focuses on diversifying energy production, promoting renewable energies, and improving energy efficiency. This includes encouraging investments in energy infrastructure and implementing incentive policies to develop a modern, competitive, and sustainable energy sector.
Overall, the government of Côte d’Ivoire is striving to create an environment conducive to investment in the mining, oil, and energy sectors, while ensuring that these industries significantly contribute to the country’s socio-economic development and the well-being of its population.
Issues related to this domain are handled by the Ministry of Mines, Oil, and Energy.
