Lomé — A new chapter in Togo–Luxembourg relations is unfolding as both nations prioritize high-impact sectors for sustainable development. During a working visit to Lomé on July 15, Xavier Bettel, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Luxembourg, engaged in strategic discussions with Faure Gnassingbé, President of the Togolese Council, to reinforce bilateral ties beyond traditional development aid.
The meeting underscored a shared commitment to modernizing Togo‘s economy through targeted investments in digital transformation, cybersecurity, and sustainable natural resource management. Faure Gnassingbé and Xavier Bettel also exchanged views on pressing international issues, reinforcing the depth of their diplomatic rapport.
« Our exchanges were marked by honesty and mutual respect, reflecting the strong bond between our countries, » Xavier Bettel remarked, emphasizing the depth of the partnership.
Three landmark agreements to drive Togo’s development
The visit culminated in the signing of three pivotal agreements designed to shape the future of Togo–Luxembourg collaboration:
- INCLURE initiative: A €12 million program aimed at boosting local economic growth while safeguarding protected ecosystems through sustainable resource management.
- New Indicative Cooperation Program (PIC): A strategic roadmap outlining key priorities for the partnership, including digital infrastructure and institutional strengthening.
- Togocyber+ initiative: A national cybersecurity capacity-building program to enhance digital resilience in Togo‘s public and private sectors.
These accords signal a shift from traditional aid toward structural investments that align with Togo‘s long-term modernization goals.
Strengthening a partnership with measurable impact
While diplomatic ties between Togo and Luxembourg date back to the 1970s, recent years have seen a marked acceleration. Since 2024, both nations have deepened cooperation through new frameworks and the establishment of LuxDev’s development agency in Lomé in 2026.
Today, their joint portfolio spans 49.3 million euros (32.34 billion FCFA), funding projects in digital transition, forest landscape restoration, and technical education at the École Polytechnique de Lomé. This evolution reflects a deliberate shift toward results-driven cooperation rather than short-term assistance.
Togo’s growing diplomatic influence in West Africa
The visit highlights Togo‘s strategic pivot toward European partners like Luxembourg to access expertise and financing for national priorities. For Luxembourg, Togo represents a stable ally for long-term projects blending governance, technological innovation, and sustainability.
The Faure Gnassingbé–Xavier Bettel talks reaffirm a shared vision: leveraging bilateral cooperation to drive economic, institutional, and digital transformation—benefiting both nations and their citizens.
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