Bangkok:The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group and the Republic of Senegal have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing their partnership to advance Senegal's development goals. This commitment was made during a high-level meeting held alongside the 2026 World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF) Annual Meetings in Bangkok.

According to Saudi Press Agency, the meeting was attended by key figures, including Senegal's Minister of Economy, Finance and Planning, Cheikh Diba, who is also the IsDB Governor for Senegal, IsDB Group Chairman Dr. Muhammad Al Jasser, and Dr. Khalid Khalafalla, Chief Executive Officer of the Islamic Corporation for the Insurance of Investment and Export Credit (ICIEC).

The discussions centered on supporting Senegal's economic recovery and prioritizing development investments. The parties explored innovative financing solutions to boost sustainable economic growth and enhance resilience. They also highlighted the importance of ongoing cooperation in mobilizing development finance and ensuring the effective implementation of current initiatives.