Canada-Cote d’Ivoire Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA) Negotiations
Background
Canada and Côte d’Ivoire have agreed to begin negotiations towards a Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPA). The parties have pledged to work together to conclude an agreement in a timely manner. The first round was held in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire in April 2012.
A bilateral FIPA will provide greater predictability and certainty for Canadian investors considering investment opportunities in Cote d’Ivoire. Canada’s objective in entering these negotiations is to secure a comprehensive, high-quality agreement which will protect investors through the establishment of a framework of legally binding rights and obligations.
Related Links
- Cote d’Ivoire Fact Sheet
- Canadian Trade Commissioner Service in Côte d'Ivoire
- Embassy of Canada to Côte d'Ivoire
- Export and Development Canada - Country Info: Côte d'Ivoire
Contact Point
If you have questions or comments, please contact Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada at:
Investment Trade Policy Division (TNI)
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada
Lester B. Pearson Building
125 Sussex Drive
Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0G2
Fax: 613-944-0679
E-mail: consultations@international.gc.ca
