Saïd Daoud invited to a business dinner by his counterpart from Rabat.

Date de l'événement : 2025-02-06

In the elegant setting of the Tour Hassan Hotel, in the heart of Rabat, a strategic meeting took place last night between the Mayor of Djibouti, Saïd Daoud, and his Rabat counterpart, Fatima El Moudni. More than just a business dinner, this exchange was an opportunity for the two leaders to reaffirm their commitment to ambitious and exemplary decentralized cooperation between their capitals. Surrounded by their respective teams, the two mayors reviewed the five major projects defined within this partnership. From urban planning to the enhancement of public spaces, and sharing expertise in local governance, the objective is clear: to make Djibouti and Rabat references in municipal collaboration on the Arab and African scenes. "Our exchanges were direct, productive, and focused on concrete actions," emphasized Saïd Daoud at the end of the meeting. "This is not just a declaration of intent: the implementation of the projects starts immediately." Beyond the technical aspects, this rapprochement between Djibouti and Rabat is part of a broader diplomatic dynamic where cities become key players in strengthening relations between states. To mark this fraternal understanding, the two mayors exchanged official gifts, symbols of the friendship and respect that unite the two municipalities. In return, Saïd Daoud expressed his gratitude for this warm welcome and emphasized the importance of inscribing this cooperation in the long term. He notably proposed the creation of a joint monitoring committee, composed of experts from both municipalities, responsible for overseeing the implementation of the projects and identifying new opportunities for collaboration. This structure will ensure a regular exchange of expertise and guarantee concrete progress on the various joint ventures. Finally, to further strengthen this dynamic, the two leaders agreed to multiply joint training sessions and technical workshops on key themes such as waste management, digitalization of municipal services, and preservation of urban heritage. These initiatives will demonstrate the shared will of Djibouti and Rabat to build an effective and sustainable model of decentralized cooperation, directly benefiting their citizens.