The development of the cashew sector was at the center of discussions between the Minister of Commerce, Industry and Crafts, Kalil Konaté and the executive secretary of the CICC, André Randjiekpon. The discussions focused on the activities of the Council, its resolutions and the expectations of Côte d’Ivoire. The country wants to consolidate the cashew value chain. This orientation concerns production as well as processing and marketing. The executive secretary also presented the progress of the 2023-2027 strategic plan. This program is based on improving the governance of the sector. It provides for enhanced services for Member States. The plan also aims for greater influence on the markets. The search for funding remains a priority for the Council.The CICC wishes to stabilize the sector in the face of price fluctuations. Created in 2016, the CICC has its headquarters in Abidjan. The organization brings together twelve producing countries and supports the development of the sector.

This approach takes place in an important economic context for Côte d'Ivoire. The country produced more than 1.5 million tonnes of raw nuts in 2025. Export revenues from the sector exceeded 1,000 billion FCFA. The rate of local processing has also increased. It increased from 2% in 2011 to around 43% in 2025, according to Ministry data. This development reflects the development of national capacities. The challenge now is to consolidate these achievements. Investments must support factories, jobs and the competitiveness of processed products.The sector must also better articulate the interests of producers and the needs of manufacturers.

The CICC delegation also announced the holding of its eighth session of the Council of Ministers in November 2026, in Abidjan. This meeting will bring together representatives of member countries around questions relating to the development of the sector.