The Cameroon, Chad, and Central African Republic gathered in N’Djamena to launch the fifth edition of the tripartite forum on goods transit through Cameroonian ports. Focused on regional transit efficiency, cost reduction, and economic integration, the two-day event brought together logistics professionals, port authorities, and government officials.
The meeting addressed persistent bottlenecks that hinder trade between the three nations, particularly for landlocked Chad and the Central African Republic, which rely heavily on Douala and Kribi ports for imports and exports. Under the leadership of Fatima Goukouni Weddeye, Jean Ernest Masséna Ngallè Bibéhè, and a representative from the Central African Republic’s Transport Ministry, discussions centered on securing trade routes, combating roadblock extortion, harmonizing regulations, and streamlining transit times.
Beyond technical frameworks, the forum underscores a political commitment to deepen economic ties in Central Africa. The trio aims to create a more competitive logistics chain to bolster regional trade and attract foreign investment. Key outcomes include faster cargo movement, reduced transport costs, and improved coordination between port authorities and customs services. For Cameroon, the initiative also strengthens its role as a gateway for subregional commerce, reinforcing the strategic importance of its port infrastructure.