Diplomatic activity is intensifying between Abidjan and Dakar. Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye recently received Ivorian Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné , who delivered a confidential message from Alassane Ouattara. Beyond the formalities of protocol, a significant issue is emerging: Macky Sall's potential candidacy for the position of Secretary-General of the United Nations .

A discreet but strategic message

While the Senegalese presidency remained vague about the exact content of the discussions, several sources, including Afrique sur 7 , claim that the international future of the former Senegalese president was at the heart of the meeting. Alassane Ouattara, a leading figure in regional diplomacy, appears to have activated his networks to support the candidacy of his former counterpart.

The pillars of this diplomatic offensive:

1. The weight of Abidjan: As leader of a major economy in the WAEMU, Ouattara has considerable influence with international bodies.
2. Regional continuity: Ivorian support aims to ensure a strong presence of West Africa on the world stage.
3. The necessary mediation: For this candidacy to succeed, the support of the new government in Dakar is essential. Tiémoko Meyliet Koné's visit therefore acts as a bridge between the past and the present.

The challenge: To transform the strength of bilateral relations between Ivory Coast and Senegal into an effective lobbying tool to propel a West African leader to the head of the UN.