China’s megaprojects transformed Ivory Coast. Now it’s own role is changing
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Chinese megaprojects, including the Cocody Bridge, expansion of the Port of Abidjan, and the Olympic Stadium, have significantly transformed infrastructure in Ivory Coast's economic capital, Abidjan. These developments are permanent fixtures in the city's transport and trade networks. The article suggests that China's role in Ivory Coast is evolving, indicating potential shifts in their bilateral relationship.
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Expansion of the Port of Abidjan’s second container terminal boosts trade.
The Alassane Ouattara Bridge, also known as the Cocody Bridge, links the affluent eastern district of Cocody to the business centre of Plateau.
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The Alassane Ouattara Bridge, also known as the Cocody Bridge, links the affluent eastern district of Cocody to the business centre of Plateau.
South China Morning Post- Expansion of the Port of Abidjan’s second container terminal boosts trade.
- Cocody Bridge links affluent Cocody to the business center of Plateau.
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Loaded language removedIn Abidjan, the commercial capital and economic engine of Ivory Coast, the extent of Chinese infrastructure development is a permanent feature of the transport and trade networks. This includes the Alassane Ouattara Bridge, commonly known as the Cocody Bridge, which links the affluent eastern district of Cocody to the business centre of Plateau.
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The Alassane Ouattara Bridge, also known as the Cocody Bridge, links the affluent eastern district of Cocody to the business centre of Plateau.
South China Morning PostThe Port of Abidjan’s second container terminal was expanded.
South China Morning PostThe Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium was constructed.
South China Morning Post