Through this message, president Alassane Ouattara wants "to restore the friendly and brotherly relations that the Kingdom of Morocco and the Republic of Ivory Coast have maintained for years," Coulibaly told the press after the meeting.

    Ouattara wants "the two countries to further enhance cooperation," said Coulibaly, noting that the Ivory Coast's president wants to "thank HM the King for his personal support during difficult times" that the country has gone through.

    This message of “thanks and gratitude to the Sovereign” underscores Morocco’s support and efforts for the restoration of peace in Ivory Coast.