La conférence introductive du SIREXE 2024 a donné le ton à une édition placée sous le signe de l’implication des nationaux dans les industries extractives et énergétiques. Organisée sous la présidence de M. Mamadou Sangafowa-Coulibaly, Ministre des Mines, du Pétrole et de l’Énergie, cette session transversale a réuni des experts et acteurs du secteur autour d’une thématique clé : le renforcement du contenu local.
An ambitious programme with strategic objectives
The opening panel addressed crucial issues for the development of local economies through three main themes:
- Analysis of current policies: Speakers examined the existing legislative and regulatory frameworks, identifying gaps to be filled and opportunities to be seized for better integration of nationals into the value chains of the extractive and energy industries.
- Maximising local participation: Discussions highlighted concrete strategies for increasing the participation of local talent and businesses, in particular through capacity building and access to international markets.
- Sharing best practice: Successful examples of local content initiatives were presented, illustrating how inclusive and sustainable policies can transform national economies.
A call to action for inclusive development
The session highlighted the importance of placing national human capital at the heart of the transformation of the extractive and energy sectors. For Mamadou Sangafowa-Coulibaly, the development of local content is not just a question of economic sovereignty, but represents a strategic lever for guaranteeing sustainable and inclusive growth.
The speakers also stressed that the future of the extractive industries depends on their ability to fully integrate local populations into their operations, whether through employment, training or the development of partnerships with national companies.
Towards a transformative framework for the future
As SIREXE 2024 continues its work, this first conference marks a turning point by focusing on a key priority for developing countries: making natural resources a driver of shared prosperity. The discussions that will follow throughout the event will help refine strategies and develop solutions tailored to local realities.
With its clear objectives and the mobilisation of key players, SIREXE 2024 has established itself as an essential platform for driving forward a new dynamic in the extractive and energy industries.