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AfDB discusses funding for Guinea’s Simandou 2040 programme

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AfDB discusses funding for Guinea’s Simandou 2040 programme

Guinea discussed funding and the acceleration of projects linked to its Simandou 2040 development programme with the African Development Bank Group. The talks also covered implementation of AfDB-funded projects, public procurement and disbursements, according to Visionguinee.

Guinea has held discussions with the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) on mobilising funding for its Simandou 2040 socioeconomic development programme. The government delegation was led by Guinea’s Minister of Economy, Finance and Budget, according to Visionguinee.

The talks, held in Abidjan last week, also focused on accelerating major projects and turning natural resources into a driver of sustainable and inclusive growth, according to Visionguinee. Guinea is thus seeking support from international financial institutions to implement the Simandou 2040 programme.

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