Yamoussoukro, November 27 (QNA) – The Government of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire has signed a framework agreement with Qatar Charity (QC) in the economic capital, Abidjan.

The agreement aims to strengthen collaboration and support efforts toward sustainable development.

The agreement was signed by HE Minister of Foreign Affairs, African Integration and Diaspora of the Republic of Cote d’Ivoire, Kacou Houadja Leon Adom, and the director of Qatar Charity’s Abidjan office Ridha Mabrouk.

The signing ceremony was attended by HE Qatar’s Ambassador to Cote d’Ivoire Mubarak bin Hussein Al Marri.

The agreement was signed as part of the Government of Cote d’Ivoire’s commitment to engaging international organizations in supporting its national economic and social development policies.

It reflects the mutual desire of Qatar Charity and the government to collaborate in supporting humanitarian and development efforts in various sectors and promoting social care for individuals and communities.

The agreement is expected to facilitate Qatar Charity’s work in Cote d’Ivoire and support the projects it will implement in collaboration with relevant entities.

It grants Qatar Charity various tax and customs exemptions to carry out its humanitarian and development initiatives, providing the necessary resources and tools in line with the country’s economic and social development efforts.

It is worth mentioning that Qatar Charity operates globally through more than 33 offices or in partnership with local partners.

It has been actively involved in humanitarian and development work in Cote d’Ivoire since 2020, focusing on areas such as education, healthcare, water and sanitation, food security, social empowerment, and social care. (QNA)