Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan, 19 June 2026 – H.E. Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, Chairman of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, held bilateral meetings today with IsDB Governors for Niger, Guinea, and Senegal, on the sidelines of the 2026 IsDB Group Annual Meetings in Baku.

During the meeting with H.E. Mr. Maman Laouali Abdou Rafa, Minister of Economy and Finance and IsDB Governor for the Republic of Niger, Dr. Al Jasser reaffirmed the longstanding partnership between the IsDB Group and Niger and reviewed ongoing cooperation in support of the country’s Program for the Refoundation of the Republic 2025–2029. The exchange focused on priority sectors, including education, agricultural value chains, strategic infrastructure, and continued dialogue on the Kandadji Dam Program.

Dr. Al Jasser also held talks with H.E. Mr. Ismael Nabé, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation and IsDB Governor for the Republic of Guinea. Both sides reviewed progress in implementing the Member Country Partnership Strategy 2024–2027 and reaffirmed the shared commitment to advancing Guinea’s development agenda in alignment with the Simandou 2040 Plan.

Later in the day, IsDB Group Chairman met with H.E. Mr. Cheikh Diba, Minister of Economy, Finance and Planning and IsDB Governor for the Republic of Senegal. The exchange was an occasion to highlight the longstanding partnership between the IsDB Group and Senegal, which spans five decades, and review progress across the Group’s US$6.68 billion portfolio in the country, including 28 active projects supporting key development sectors. Discussions focused on enhancing development impact, promoting youth employment, accelerating digital transformation, and expanding the use of innovative financing instruments, including sukuk, public-private partnerships, and results-based financing.

Across the three engagements, Dr. Al Jasser reaffirmed the IsDB Group’s commitment to supporting member countries in achieving their national development priorities through strategic partnerships, knowledge sharing, and targeted investments that foster inclusive, resilient, and sustainable growth.