Decision-Making Bodies: Ivoire Niger and Jihadi Groups

decision-making bodies: We will continue the fight, according to The Japan Times. By Macron's side in Abidjan, Ivorian President Alassane Ouattara announced a historic reform of the French-backed currency CFA franc, established in 1945 and used by eight states in West and Central Africa. Saturday was Macron's second day of his three-day trip to Cote d'Ivoire and Niger that has been dominated by the growing threat posed by jihadi groups. ; We must remain determined and united to face that threat, Macron said in a news conference in Abidjan. The currency's name will become the eco next year and all French officials will withdraw from its decision-making bodies, Ouattara said. The currency will remain pegged to the euro, which guarantees its stability, Ouattara stressed. In addition, the obligation for member states to keep half of their foreign reserves in France will end. (news.financializer.com). As reported in the news.