HE Buhari, HE Issoufou and HE Kenyatta
discuss Africa Future Investment Initiative
2019 Day 2
30 Oct 2019
The discussion involved President Buhari of Nigeria, President Issoufou of Niger, and President Kenyatta of Kenya at the Future Investment Initiative 2019 in Saudi Arabia. President Buhari emphasized Nigeria's efforts to achieve food security and economic diversification through initiatives in agriculture and soft loans to farmers. President Issoufou highlighted the benefits of integrating African nations and the need for increased foreign investments to transform the continent's economy. President Kenyatta focused on potential partnerships between Africa and the Arab world, particularly Saudi Arabia, and the importance of addressing corruption to attract foreign direct investment. The leaders also stressed the significance of peace and stability for economic and political development in Africa. They discussed the progress made in fighting corruption and the importance of economic and social development in overcoming terrorism. The leaders also emphasized the potential of trade agreements and partnerships to create opportunities for Africa's abundant resources and young population.
Moderator: Richard Attias
Speakers: HE Muhammadu Buhari,HE Mahamadou Issoufou,HE Uhuru Kenyatta