9 Apr, 04:48··

PDCI Party Celebrates 80th Anniversary in Ivory Coast

France24

The PDCI party of Côte d'Ivoire celebrated its 80th anniversary on April 9th. The party is struggling to regain influence. They want Tidjane Thiam to return to Abidjan.

The PDCI was founded in 1946 by Félix Houphouët-Boigny. The party held a conference and a public event in Yamoussoukro to mark the anniversary. The party is currently facing a decline in support. Tidjane Thiam is in France. The PDCI is trying to improve its position in Côte d'Ivoire’s politics.

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Highlights

PDCI Anniversary Celebration

The Parti démocratique de Côte d'Ivoire (PDCI) celebrated its 80th anniversary on April 9th.

Founding by Houphouët-Boigny

The PDCI was founded in 1946 by Félix Houphouët-Boigny.

Party's Current Situation

The PDCI is currently experiencing a decline in support.

Call for Tidjane Thiam's Return

The party wants Tidjane Thiam to return to Abidjan ‘securely’.

Celebration Events

The anniversary celebration included a conference and a public gathering in Yamoussoukro.

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