Articles tagged with: Richard Filakota
Minister Filakota: "Central Africa is facing a time of new beginnings."
At the African Caucus Conference in Bangui, Minister Filakota spoke about the current situation and the diverse development opportunities in his country.
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Central African Diaspora: International Online Conference for New Economic Projects
The Ministry of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation (MEPCI), in partnership with the World Bank Group, including the IFC, with the participation of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and DICADEV, successfully organized a high-level online conference.
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Minister Prof. Filakota: „The Central African Republic is back"
The CAR is taking decisive steps to align its abundant natural wealth with sustainable and inclusive development. With the launch of its National Development Plan, the government aims to convert the country's underutilized resources.
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Meeting of the Africa II Group in Washington
In a diplomatic yet firmly strategic address, the Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, Prof. Richard Filakota, welcomed the evolving approach of the World Bank—particularly its willingness to prioritize full alignment between global financing instruments and the national priorities of African states.
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One Week to Go: Countdown to the Investment Round Table in Casablanca
With just one week remaining until the highly anticipated Investment Round Table in Casablanca, momentum is building for what promises to be a landmark event in the economic transformation of the CAR.
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Private Sector Development: The AfDB and Ecobank join Forces to boost Financing for Central African SMEs
Under the leadership of Prof. Richard FILAKOTA, Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, a historic event for the Central African private sector took place. Driven by the President of the Republic, Head of State, Prof. Faustin-Archange TOUADERA, and under the auspices of the Government led by Félix Moloua, the African Development Bank (AfDB) and Ecobank Central African Republic officially signed an agreement relating to a Transaction Guarantee Facility.
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The Dûnîa Project - Digitalisation as a Driver of Development and Transformation
In an exclusive interview Professor Richard Filakota, Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation shares his insights on the new highly innovative digitalisation project.
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Looking back at the Round Table: A Communication Success with Global Echo
“The Central African Republic is back” was the key message from Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation Prof. Richard Filakota at the closing press conference of the Investment Round Table in Casablanca.
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National Blood Donation Campaign – A Call for Solidarity and Unity
The Central African Republic marked the 80th anniversary of the United Nations with a symbolic and deeply human gesture – the official launch of the National Blood Donation Campaign, an initiative that embodies the country’s commitment to life, peace, and solidarity.
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A Historic Opening: Round Table in Casablanca Launches With Full Energy and Clear Vision
The much-anticipated Investment Round Table kicked off today in Casablanca, marking a historic step for the CAR as it presented its National Development Plan to a packed venue of international investors, development institutions, political leaders, and media representatives.
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“A New Era of Development”: Minister Prof. Richard Filakota on CAR’s Strategy for 2028 and Beyond
As the CAR gears up for its major investor roundtable in Casablanca, the Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, Prof. Richard Filakota, outlines a bold economic vision for the nation.
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Annual Review of the UNDP Country Programme: A New Phase of Development Takes Shape
With clear words and a strategic vision, Richard Filakota delivered a strong message during the joint annual review of the country programme of the United Nations Development Programme: the Central African Republic is at a turning point in its economic and institutional development.
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Central African Republic Seeks Development Financing in Washington
The Central African Republic’s economic diplomacy is entering a new phase: at the Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund in Washington, Minister of Economy Prof. Richard Filakota is continuing his efforts to secure financing for the National Development Plan.
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Current News Recap: Republic Day, Infrastructure and Diplomacy
From national celebrations and strategic infrastructure projects to high-level diplomatic meetings and agricultural transformation, the past weeks have been intense for the Central African Republic. Here is an overview of recent developments.
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Minister Filakota Hails Historic Breakthrough after Successful Round Table
“The Central African Republic is back.” With these powerful words, Prof. Richard Filakota, Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, opened his press briefing at the closing of the Investment Round Table in Casablanca.
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Minister Filakota: “We Mobilized the Funds – Now We Must Deliver”
“The CAR was able to mobilize a significant sum of $9 billion, which will be dedicated to the implementation of the National Development Plan. I can say with conviction and strength that this was a great success”, highlighted Minister Filakota in an in-depth interview with Africa24.
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More than 500 reports: International Attention for the Digital Project DÛNÎA
In February, the CAR reached a historic milestone in the modernization of its state. Under the high patronage of the President of the Republic, Head of State, Prof. Faustin-Archange Touadéra, and the strategic coordination of Prof. Richard Filakota, Minister of Economy, Planning and International Cooperation, the launch of the DÛNÎA platform marked a true technological breakthrough.
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Shared Vision, Shared Responsibility: The Path Ahead for the Central African Republic
Prof. Richard Filakota, Minister of Planning, Economic Affairs and International Cooperation of the Central African Republic, shares the government’s strategic thinking behind the National Development Plan 2024–2028
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The Ministry of Economy and the IOM strengthen their strategic cooperation
The partnership between the Central African Republic and the International Organisation for Migration is entering a new strategic phase. The clear aim: promoting stability, community resilience and regional development.
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Three Months Since Casablanca: From Vision to Transformation
Three months after the Investment Round Table in Casablanca, the CAR is moving from pledges to practice. What was presented in Morocco as a bold vision under the National Development Plan 2024–2028 is now shaping reforms, investment priorities, and concrete projects on the ground.
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