Elhadj Mamadou Baldé, president of the Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of Guinea (CCIAG), has been elected vice-president of the Pan-African Chamber of Commerce (PACC). The election took place during the PACC's general assembly held in [city/country] on [date], according to official sources.
Baldé's election recognizes his leadership in promoting trade and investment in Guinea and across West Africa. As vice-president, he will contribute to the PACC's mission of fostering intra-African trade and economic integration, in line with the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) objectives.
The PACC, established in [year], serves as a unified voice for African chambers of commerce, advocating for policies that support private sector growth and cross-border business collaboration. Baldé's appointment is expected to strengthen ties between Guinean businesses and the broader African market.
In his new role, Baldé plans to focus on improving access to finance for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and facilitating partnerships between African and international investors. His tenure begins immediately, and he will serve a [term length] term.