After the economic component, up to political issues. The head of the Togolese diplomacy, Robert Dussey, had a series of talks Friday with his Brazilian counterpart Mauro Vieira to Brasilia Itamaraty Palace, headquarters of the Ministry of External Affairs.
Mr. Dussey an official visit to Brazil of 72 hours, which aims to give new impetus to bilateral cooperation, including the reopening of the Togolese embassy closed for several decades.
Despite a sluggish economy and a growth rate lowered, the South American giant intends to continue its presence on the African continent.
Lomé and Brasilia signed several agreements in the past. In 1988, a joint committee was created, the first session was held 20 years later.
'Given the economic weight of Brazil, Togo in its cooperation with the emerging power has not unfortunately been able to greatly benefited. Togo has not benefited from the expertise of Brazil in industry, agriculture and tourism, or Brazil has proven expertise in these areas, 'said Robert Dussey.
The official visit expected to restart the machine as part of a multi-sectoral partnership: agriculture, research, education, trade, renewable and hydroelectric energy, tourism, health, culture.
In 2014, trade between the two countries reached $ 44 million.
The reopening of the Embassy of Togo is likely to facilitate the resumption of trade.
It should be noted that Togo is one of the few African countries to have direct links with Brazil.Asky dessert Sau Paulo and Rio 3 times a week from Lome.
In its discussions with the Minister of External Relations of Brazil, Mr. Dussey also discussed the geopolitical issues with the security threats to West Africa. In Nigeria, the Sahel and Libya, the terrorists are gaining ground. In the Gulf of Guinea, pirates pose a serious threat to maritime traffic.Lomé will host next November an international conference on this theme that Brazilian officials and experts will be invited.
Robert Dussey conclude his visit on Saturday with a visit to the Embassy of Togo. Once completed renovation, an ambassador will be appointed, probably towards the end of the year.
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