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The Economic Community of Central African States
Founded on 18 October 1983 in Libreville, the ECCAS Commission works to promote regional cooperation.
History of ECCAS
At a summit in December, the leaders of UDEAC agree on the principle of forming a broader economic community of Central African States.
Signing in Libreville of the founding Treaty of ECCAS. The Treaty entered into force in December 1984.
Period of cessation of activities due to crises and conflicts in the sub-region.
Revival of ECCAS with a new mandate including peace and security, and the creation of COPAX.
Effective establishment of the Free Trade Area (FTA) between member states.
Adoption of the Common Agricultural Policy (PAC-ECCAS) and PRIASAN.
Adoption of the revised Treaty and transformation of the General Secretariat into a Commission.
Entry into force of the revised ECCAS Treaty.
Mission & Vision
Our Mission
Promote cooperation and strengthen regional integration in Central Africa in all areas of political, security, economic, monetary, financial, social, cultural, scientific and technical activity.
Achieve collective self-reliance, raise the standard of living of populations and preserve peaceful relations between member states.
Our Vision
Make Central Africa an integrated, peaceful and prosperous area, where people enjoy a high standard of living in an environment of peace, security and stability.
Build a dynamic, connected and competitive regional common market, contributing to the building of the African Economic Community.
The 6 Priority Areas
Peace, Security & Stability
Ensure peace and security through COPAX, FOMAC and conflict prevention and management mechanisms in the sub-region.
Voir le detailEconomic & Financial Integration
Create a regional common market through the free trade zone, customs union and harmonization of economic policies.
Voir le detailInfrastructure & Connectivity
Develop transport, energy, ICT and cross-border infrastructure to connect peoples and markets.
Voir le detailAgriculture & Food Security
Implement PAC-CEEAC and PRIASAN for agricultural transformation and regional food sovereignty.
Voir le detailEnvironment & Natural Resources
Preserve the Congo Basin, the second largest green lung on the planet, and promote sustainable development.
Voir le detailHuman & Social Development
Promote education, health, culture, gender and youth for inclusive and sustainable development.
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