September 16, 2026
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Voices of Commitment: Global Leaders Hail Successful Round Table

Casablanca, October 3, 2025 – The Investment Round Table in Casablanca was not only a successful platform for mobilizing billions in investments and commitments — it was also a stage for strong voices of support and vision. Leaders from international institutions, partners, development banks, and the private sector shared their perspectives on the Central African Republic’s National Development Plan 2024–2028 at the event.

Each statement reflects a shared conviction: the Central African Republic has entered a decisive new chapter. From Morocco to the European Union, from the African Development Bank to the United Nations and the World Bank, partners underscored the country’s resilience, potential, and determination to succeed. Their words highlight both the scale of the challenges Their words highlight the scale of the challenges ahead as well as the magnitude of opportunities and potentials.

This slideshow below gathers some of the most striking messages voiced in Casablanca. Together, they form a collective pledge to accompany the Central African Republic on its path toward peace, prosperity, and sustainable growth.

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