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[Country name] The the Republic of Togo, La R é publish Togolaise.

【 Area 】 56785 square kilometers.

【 Population 】 8.09 million (2022). There are 41 tribes in the country: the southern part is dominated by the Evi and Mina, accounting for 22% and 6% of the national population respectively; 33% of the population are from the Akposo and Akebu ethnic groups in the central region; The northern Kabule ethnic group accounts for 13%. The official language is French. Uyghur and Kabyle are the most commonly used ethnic languages. About 70% of the residents believe in fetishism, 20% believe in Christianity, and 10% believe in Islam.

Lom é, the capital, has a population of 2.188 million (2023) and an average annual temperature of approximately 27 ℃.

[Head of State] President Faure Essozimna Gnassingb é took office in May 2005 and was re elected three times in March 2010, April 2015, and March 2020.

[Important Festival] Liberation Day: January 13th; National Day: April 27th.

【 Overview 】 Located in West Africa, it borders the Gulf of Guinea to the south, Benin to the east, Ghana to the west, and Burkina Faso to the north. The coastline is 56 kilometers long. The southern region has a tropical rainforest climate, while the northern region has a tropical grassland climate. The annual average temperature is 27 ℃ in coastal areas and 30 ℃ in the north.

Since the 15th century, Portuguese colonizers have invaded the coastal areas of Togo. In 1884, it became a German colony. In September 1920, the west and east of Togo were respectively occupied by Britain and France. After World War II, it was respectively "entrusted" by Britain and France. When Ghana gained independence in 1957, the western part of Togo under British rule was incorporated into Ghana. The eastern Togo became the "autonomous republic" within the French Community in August 1956, and officially declared its independence on April 27, 1960, and was named the the Republic of Togo. Olympio was appointed as the first president. In 1963, Ao was assassinated and Grunitzki became president. In 1967, Eyadema became president. Afterwards, Egypt was re elected as president five times, in December 1979, December 1986, August 1993, June 1998, and June 2003. In February 2005, E passed away suddenly due to a heart attack.

After Eyadema's death, his son Faure took over power. On February 7, 2005, Faure was sworn in as president. The international community strongly opposes it, and the Economic Community of West African States and the African Union have successively announced sanctions against multiple countries, with the European Union, the United States, and France condemning them. Under pressure, Fu resigned from the presidency on February 25th. In April, multiple presidential elections were held, and Faure won and was elected. In June, Faure formed a national unity government with Edm Kocho, the chairman of the moderate opposition Pan African Patriotic Unity Party, as the prime minister. In August 2006, multiple national political dialogues achieved results, and all parties in the government and opposition jointly signed a package of political agreements, reaching consensus on important issues such as restructuring the government and legislative elections. In September, Faure reorganized the government and appointed Yavovi Maji Aboibo, traditional opposition leader and chairman of the Revitalization Action Committee, as prime minister. In October 2007, multiple legislative elections were held, and the ruling party, the Togolese People's Union (UMNO), won, continuing to control the parliament. In December, Faure appointed Mali from the Alliance Party as Prime Minister. In September 2008, Faure reorganized the government and appointed economic expert Hong Bo as the Prime Minister. In March 2010, multiple presidential elections were held, and Faure won re-election. In April 2012, Faure announced the dissolution of the Alliance Party and the establishment of a new presidential majority political party, the Alliance for the Defense of the Republic, which also served as the party's chairman. In July, Faure reorganized the government and appointed Ahumei Zunu, the former Minister of Commerce and Private Industry Promotion, as the Prime Minister. In July 2013, multiple parliamentary elections were held, and the Alliance for the Defense of the Republic won 62 out of 91 seats, with Dama Dramani appointed as speaker. In September, Faure formed a new government and Ahumet Zunu remained as Prime Minister. In April 2015, multiple presidential elections were held, and Faure was re elected for a third term. In June, Faure appointed Comey Selim Crassu as Prime Minister. From February to June 2018, the government held four political dialogues with the opposition. In July, the Western Community Summit was held in Lom é to reach a roadmap for resolving multiple political crises. In December, the Alliance for the Defense of the Republic won the parliamentary elections. In February 2020, multiple presidential elections were held, and Faure won re-election with 72.78% of the vote.

In 1992, multiple citizens voted to pass the Constitution of the Fourth Republic. In 2002, the parliament made amendments to some provisions of the constitution. The constitution stipulates that Togo implements a semi presidential system. The President is the head of state and the supreme commander of the military, elected directly by the voters for a term of 5 years and eligible for re-election; The President has the power to dissolve parliament, promulgate laws passed by parliament, and grant pardons. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President from the majority of the parliament and is accountable to the parliament. The parliament may propose a motion of no confidence against the prime minister, which can be passed by a two-thirds majority of the parliament to request the appointment of a new prime minister. The constitution can be amended based on proposals from the president and parliament, and passed by parliament or citizen vote. In 2019, the National Assembly passed a constitutional reform bill to amend 29 articles of the 2002 Constitution, including the presidential term remaining unchanged for 5 years, changing from no re-election limit to a maximum of one re-election, changing the presidential election from a one round system to a two round system, prohibiting former presidents from being charged, arrested, imprisoned, or tried for their actions during their term, and not retroactively extending to completed or ongoing terms. In 2024, the National Assembly of Togo passed a constitutional amendment to change the political system of Togo from a semi presidential system to a parliamentary system, stipulating that the President is a symbolic head of state elected by the parliament for a term of four years and can be re elected once; The position of Chairman of the Council of Ministers shall be established as the head of government to handle domestic and foreign affairs, and shall be held by the leader of the majority party or majority party alliance in the parliament for a term of 6 years.

The 2002 Constitution stipulates that the multi parliament system operates as a bicameral system, consisting of the National Assembly and the Senate. The National Assembly exercises legislative power and supervises the work of the government. The constitutional reform bill passed in 2019 stipulates that the term of office of members of parliament will be extended from 5 years to 6 years, and the term of office will be changed from unlimited to a maximum of two consecutive terms. The current National Assembly will be elected in April 2024, with a total of 113 seats distributed as follows: 108 seats for the Alliance for the Defense of the Republic, 2 seats for the Alliance for the Comprehensive Development of Democracy, 1 seat for the National Alliance for Change, 1 seat for the Popular Movement, and 1 seat for the Republican Democratic Forces. In June 2024, Kodjo S é von-T é p é ADEDZE was elected as the Speaker of the Parliament.

The current government will be formed in August 2024, mainly consisting of Prime Minister Mme Victoire Sidemeho Tom é gah Dogb é, Minister of State, Damehane Yark, Minister of Fisheries, Animal Resources and Migratory Grazing Management, Gilbert Bawara, Minister of Public Service Reform, Labour and Dialogue, Cina Lawson, Minister of Digital Economy and Digital Transformation, Katari Foli Bazi, Minister of Environment and Forest Resources, Yava Jigbodi Tsegan, Minister of Urbanization, Housing and Land Reform. wa Djigbodi Ts é gan, Antoine Lekpa Gbegbeni, Minister of Agriculture, Rural Water Resources and Rural Development, Rose Kayi Mivedor Sambiani, Minister of Commerce, Handicraft and Local Consumption, Sani Yaya, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure, Robert Komlan Edoh Dussey, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Overseas Chinese, Hodabalo Awate, Minister of Territorial Administration, Decentralization and Chieftainship Affairs, Yawa Kouigan, Minister of News, Media and Culture, Government Spokesperson, Komla Dodzi Kokoroko, Minister of Primary and Secondary Education, Basic Development, Inclusive Finance, Youth and Youth Minister of Employment Mazamaesso Assih, Bouraima Kanfitinc Tchede Issa, Minister for the Elimination of Obstructions and Rural Roads; Calixte Batossie Madjoulba, Minister for Security and Citizen Protection; Manuela Modukpe Santos, Minister for Industry and Investment Promotion; Jean Marie Koffi Ewonoule Tessi, Minister for Universal Health Care; Mipamb Nahm Chougli, Minister for Justice, Legislation and Seal; and Maujooni Mira Azhar, Minister for Water Resources and Cleanliness. Mawunyo Mila Ami Aziable, Minister of Human Rights, Civic Education, and Institutional Relations of the Republic Pacom Yawovi Ajurovi ô me Yawovi Adjourouvi, Minister of Sports and Leisure Lidi Bessi Kama, Minister of Higher Education and Research Kanka Malik Natchaba, Minister of Economy and Finance Essow è Georges Barcola, Minister of Health and Public Health Tiem Dar é, Minister of Mines and Energy Resources Robert Koffi Messan Eklo, Minister of Territorial Development Koami Gomado, Minister of Marine Economy and Coastal Protection Richard Kangbenei Minister of Social Action, Solidarity and Women's Promotion Akossiwa Zinsou Klassoou, Isaac Tchiakpe, Minister of Technical Education, Vocational Training and Internship Affairs, Mawussi Kakatsi, Ministerial Representative of Mining and Energy Resources, Mohamed Ouro Sama, Ministerial Representative of Security and Citizen Protection, Kossivi Hounake, Ministerial Representative of Commerce, Handicraft and Local Consumption, and Abdul Fahd Fofana, Ministerial Representative of Basic Development, Inclusive Finance, Youth and Youth Employment. The Ministry of Planning, Development and Cooperation and the Ministry of National Defense are under the jurisdiction of the Presidential Office, while the Ministry of Highways, Aviation and Railway Transport is under the jurisdiction of the Prime Minister's Office.

【 Government Website 】 www.republiquetogolaise.com

[Administrative divisions] The country is divided into five major economic zones: Region Maritime, Region des Plateaux, Region Centrale, Region de Kara, and Region des Savanes. Economic zones are geographical economic concepts and do not have administrative institutions. There are 30 provinces and 4 special regions in the country. Provinces have counties, townships (towns), autonomous villages, and villages.

The judicial system includes the Supreme Court, appellate courts, and lower courts. The Supreme Court is the highest judicial institution, consisting of two courts: judicial and administrative, composed of a presiding judge and judges. The President of the Supreme Court must be a professional judge appointed by the President. The current President of the Supreme Court, Abdoulaye Yaya. The prosecutorial power is exercised by the chief procurators stationed in courts at all levels.

There are over 110 legal political parties and organizations, mainly including:

(1) L'Union pour la R é publique: the ruling party and the largest party. The new party was announced by President Faure in April 2012. Led by the former ruling party, the Togolese People's Union (Union Party). The Alliance Party was once the largest political party, and at its 5th special congress, Faure announced its dissolution and merger with other political party organizations to form the Alliance for the Defense of the Republic. In October 2017, the Alliance for the Defense of the Republic held its first national congress and elected a new central leadership body. Faure continued to serve as the party chairman, with 7 vice chairmen, 1 executive secretary responsible for daily party affairs, and 1 general treasurer. From 2018 to 2020, he won the National Assembly elections, local elections, and presidential elections with a significant margin.

(2) L'Union des Forces du Changement: opposition party. Founded and chaired by Gilchrist Olympio, son of former President Olympio. The power is mainly concentrated in the southern region. Advocate for the establishment of a democratic rule of law country based on a multi-party system and respecting human rights. Ao Long fled to Ghana and won 34% of the vote in the 1998 presidential election, making the party the most influential opposition party. In May 2010, the party signed a cooperation agreement with the ruling party, the Togolese People's Union, and became a participating party, with seven members of the party joining the cabinet. Subsequently, the struggle route tended to ease and its influence declined to some extent.

(3) Alliance Nationale pour le Changement: opposition party. Established on October 10, 2010, the power is mainly concentrated in the southern coastal areas from Lom é to Anejo, with supporters mainly being the Ewe people. The party was founded and chaired by Jean Pierre Fabre é, former Secretary General of the Alliance for Change, who was expelled from the party by the National Party Chairman of the Alliance for Change, Olympio. The purpose of the party is to draw a clear line with the coalition of forces for change led by Olympio, adhere to the struggle line to achieve regime change, and aim to establish a democratic and free Togo. The party has been one of the main initiators of opposition demonstrations since August 2017. Subsequently, due to the boycott of the 2018 parliamentary elections, he lost all his seats and his influence weakened.

(4) Moument Patriotique pour la D é mocratie et le D é evelopment: opposition party. Founded in 2008 by former Prime Minister Agb é yom é Kodjo, who had been expelled from the Togolese People's Union Party, initially named the Organization pour b â tir dans l'union solidaire togolaise, OBUTS）， Changed to its current name in October 2018. Advocate for the widespread mobilization of the people and the establishment of a democratic country with unity and development. In recent years, it has become one of the main opposition parties and won two seats in the 2018 parliamentary elections. In the 2020 presidential election, Abejome Kocho received the support of the Honorary Bishop of the Catholic Church of Lom é and ranked second in the vote. Subsequently, he claimed to have won the election and launched a demonstration to question the election results, and was arrested by the authorities on charges of threatening national security.

(5) Le Comite d'Action pour le Renouveau: opposition party. Established on April 30th, 1991. Advocate for the supremacy of law, independence of judges, and respect for human rights. The founder and former chairman of the party, Yaovi Madji Agboyibo, served as the Prime Minister of Togo and passed away in France in May 2020 due to illness. In August 2012, the Revitalization Action Committee formed the Rainbow Alliance with some opposition parties.

(6) Convergence Patriotique Panafricaine: opposition party. Established on August 15, 1999, it was formed by the merger of the Togolese Democratic Union (UTD), Democratic Action Party (PAD), Democratic Solidarity Union (UDS), and Democratic Party for Unity (PDU). Advocate for reforming the current state institutions, building a democratic and free rule of law country, and achieving national reconciliation. One of the founders and former chairman of the party, Edem Kodjo (deceased), served as the Prime Minister of Togo.

(7) Parti National Panafrican: opposition party. Established in November 2014, the founder and leader is Salif Atchadam, with supporters mainly from the Central Tem ethnic group. Since August 2017, the party has taken the lead in launching multiple demonstrations and marches in cities such as Lom é and Sokoday, calling for a return to the 1992 constitution and a change of regime. The leader of the party, Achadam, has been in exile overseas for a long time.

(8) Sursaut Togo: opposition party. Established in 2010 with the goal of establishing a democratic and humane society in Togo. Its founder and leader, Kofi Yamgnane, was a former African affairs advisor to French President Hollande.

Other political parties include the Democratic Alliance for Comprehensive Development (ADDI), the New Promise Party (NET), the Pan African Democratic Party (PDP), and the Republican Centre Movement (MRC).

[Important figure] President Faure Essozimna Gnassingb é. He is the third son of former president Eyadema and was born on June 6, 1966 in Afanian, Togo. I have studied at the University of Paris IX in France and George Washington University in the United States, obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Management and a Master's degree in Business Administration. After returning to China, he entered the public sector and was elected as a member of parliament twice. Appointed as Minister of Equipment, Mining, Postal and Telecommunications in July 2003. After his father passed away in February 2005, he took over the government with the support of the military and resigned from the presidency due to internal and external pressure. In April of the same year, he participated in the presidential election and won, and was sworn in in May. He was re elected three times in March 2010, April 2015, and March 2020.

One of the world's least developed countries as announced by the United Nations. Agriculture, phosphate and transit trade are the three pillar industries. Since 1983, the economic structural adjustment plan has been implemented. The Lom é Free Trade Zone was established in 1989 to attract foreign investment. In the early 1990s, due to political turmoil, the economy was plunged into a serious crisis. After 1994, as the political situation stabilized, the economy gradually emerged from the trough. In December 2010, Duoduo reached the completion point of "heavily indebted poor countries" and was granted $1.8 billion in foreign debt relief. Since 2011, multiple governments have implemented the National Agricultural Investment and Food Security Plan to expand agricultural production; Increase investment in the phosphate industry and strengthen cooperation with foreign investment to develop new mines; Strengthening the construction of infrastructure such as Lom é Port and Lom é Airport, improving the investment environment, and maintaining an overall upward trend in the economy. Since 2013, multiple governments have launched the "Togo Development Corridor Plan", aiming to promote the comprehensive and coordinated development of surrounding industries such as agriculture, mining, logistics, communication, and services by connecting the north-south railway and highway channels, and constructing infrastructure such as power stations and telecommunications along the route, in order to drive the economic development of Togo. The government is actively promoting financial system reform, establishing a Togolese investment and holding company, and actively attracting foreign investment. Since 2015, we have actively implemented economic reform measures, committed to improving the business environment and financing conditions for small and micro enterprises, and maintained steady economic growth. In March 2019, a new national development plan (2018-2022) was launched, hoping to embark on the path of comprehensive development. Firstly, relying on the advantages of location and port, we will strengthen the construction of infrastructure, energy, and information communication, and create a regional trade and logistics hub; Secondly, establish agricultural product processing and manufacturing industrial parks to increase product added value and reduce trade deficits; The third is to take practical measures to improve people's livelihoods, provide subsidies to impoverished families, increase public services in rural areas, and plan to create 1 million new job opportunities within 5 years. In 2020, foreign direct investment in Duoduo reached 639 million US dollars, an increase of 85% compared to 2019. Due to the weak foundation, single structure, and the impact of the COVID-19, it is still difficult for the multi economy as a whole. Since 2020, in response to the impact of the epidemic, many governments have issued new development roadmaps (2020-2025), mainly committed to: first, strengthening social inclusiveness and harmony, consolidating peace; Secondly, developing the economy and creating employment opportunities; The third is to deepen structural reform. Adelicope Industrial Park has been put into operation. Multiple state-owned institutions and enterprises have completed privatization reforms. The government has strengthened social security through measures such as universal medical insurance and exemption of tuition fees for public junior and senior high schools for the 2021-2022 academic year.

The main economic data for 2023 are as follows:

Gross Domestic Product: 9.17 billion US dollars.

Per capita Gross Domestic Product: Approximately 1125 US dollars.

Gross Domestic Product Growth Rate: 6.4%.

Currency name: African Financial Community Franc (FCFA, abbreviated as CFA Franc).

Exchange rate: 1 US dollar ≈ 588 African francs (as of the end of 2023).

Inflation rate: 5.3% (2023)

(Source: 2024 London Economic Quarterly Review)

The main mining resource is phosphate, which ranks among the top in sub Saharan Africa in terms of production. The proven reserves of high-quality minerals are 260 million tons, with about 1 billion tons containing a small amount of carbonate. Other mineral deposits include limestone, marble, iron, and manganese.

The industrial foundation is weak. In 2020, the industrial output value accounted for 22.4% of the gross domestic product. The main industrial categories include mining, agricultural product processing, textiles, leather, chemicals, building materials, etc. 75% of industrial enterprises are small and medium-sized enterprises. The social unrest in the early 1990s led to a comprehensive decline in industrial production. Since 1994, industrial and mining production has gradually recovered. In 2004, phosphate production reached 1.5 million tons, but due to social unrest, production decreased to 1 million tons in 2005 and further to 700000 tons in 2009. Phosphate production recovered to 1.32 million tons in 2020. From 2018 to 2021, the proportion of added value of small-scale manufacturing industry to total industrial added value remained at 80%.

42.2% of the population in China is engaged in agricultural production activities (planting, hunting, forestry). The arable land area is about 3.4 million hectares, the cultivated land area is about 1.4 million hectares, and the planting area of grain crops is about 850000 hectares. In 2020, the agricultural output value accounted for approximately 20.3% of the gross domestic product. The main crops are corn, sorghum, cassava, and rice, which account for 67% of the agricultural output value; Economic crops account for about 20%, mainly cotton, coffee, and cocoa. The total grain production in 2020 and 2021 was approximately 1.36 million and 1.29 million tons, respectively. The cotton planting area for 2023-2024 is approximately 79200 hectares, with an estimated yield of 70000 tons. The Togolese government is committed to afforestation and restoring forest landscapes, actively carrying out actions to prevent and control desertification. In 2021, the forest area accounted for 24.66% of the total land area, and the degraded land area decreased from 230000 hectares in 2010 to 120000 hectares.

Animal husbandry is mainly concentrated in the central and northern regions, accounting for 15% of agricultural output value. The main livestock inventory in 2001 was 262000 cattle, 2.347 million sheep, 381000 pigs, and 9.359 million chickens. The livestock production index increased by 22% in 2007 compared to 2001. The annual fishing volume is 15383 tons, with a self-sufficiency rate of 50%.

The Togolese government has strengthened the sustainable management and protection of marine and coastal ecosystems, increased supervision of fishing activities, and by 2022, 42.34% of the coastline will be protected against erosion.

Since the 1980s, the tourism industry has developed rapidly. In 1989, the tourism industry reached its peak, receiving 123550 tourists. Due to social unrest, the tourism industry was severely affected. In 1994, as society gradually stabilized, the tourism industry began to improve. In order to revitalize the tourism economy, the Tourism Qualification Evaluation Committee resumed its work in October 2006, introduced international standards, and improved service levels. The existing tourism facilities include 213 hotels, 53 homestays, 34 restaurants, 73 dining options, and 195 travel agencies. The main tourist attractions include Lom é, Lake Togo, Palime Scenic Area, and Kara City. Received 980000 tourists in 2021.

Transportation is mainly based on highways, and highway and port transportation are one of the pillar industries of the national economy. The transportation and trade volume accounts for about 35% of the national income, and its transportation network plays an important role in the sub region.

Railway: With a total length of 575 kilometers, the main routes are 276 kilometers from Lome to Brita and 161 kilometers from Lome to Palime. Due to outdated facilities and poor railway transportation capacity, only 395 kilometers of railway can be put into operation.

Highway: The total length is 12040 kilometers, including 2926 kilometers of national highways, of which 1650 kilometers are asphalt roads and the rest are dirt roads. There are four main highways connecting countries such as Burkina Faso, Ghana, and Benin, with an international freight volume of 330000 tons.

Water transportation: The main port of Lom é has a water depth of 14-16 meters and is one of the important ports in West Africa. In 2016, its throughput was about 14 million tons and it can accommodate four 25000 ton cargo ships at the same time. In 2021, its throughput was about 29.47 million tons and 1.96 million TEUs, including 7.96 million tons of imported goods, 1.45 million tons of exported goods, and 20.06 million tons of transit goods. In 2023, Lom é Port was ranked 94th among the top 100 ports in the world by Lloyd's List, and first in West Africa. The total import and export volume of goods exceeded 30 million tons, including about 8.91 million tons of imports, about 2.28 million tons of exports, and about 18.89 million tons of transshipment.

Air freight: There are 2 international airports and 6 small airports nationwide. Eyadema International Airport is a major airport capable of taking off and landing large passenger aircraft, with a runway length of 3000 meters. The annual passenger capacity is 700000 and the freight capacity is 11000 tons, ranking third in West Africa. In December 2001, Togolese Airlines was established with two weekly direct flights to Paris. In addition, Air France, Air Africa, Burkina Faso Airlines, Ivory Coast Airlines, and Ethiopian Airlines also have flights stopping in Togo. ASKY Airlines was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in Lom é, Togo. It mainly provides flight services to countries in West and Central Africa, including 23 destination cities such as Abidjan, Abuja, and Conakry. In 2021, Lom é Airport had an annual passenger flow of 880000 and a cargo volume of 20040 tons.

The financial sector includes the central bank, six commercial banks, and non bank intermediary financial organizations such as insurance companies. At the end of 2022, the foreign exchange reserves excluding gold amounted to 2.114 billion US dollars. The total government budget for 2023 is 1957.9 billion CFA francs.

Implement a free trade policy and encourage import and export trade. The main export commodities are phosphates, soybeans, plastic products, palm oil, beauty products, asphalt, motorcycle accessories, etc. The main imports are petroleum products, palm oil, retail drugs, etc. In 2023, the total trade volume will be 4.81 billion US dollars, the export volume will be 1.86 billion US dollars, and the import volume will be 2.95 billion US dollars. The main export markets are neighboring countries such as Burkina Faso, Mali, Benin, and Niger; The main importing countries are China, France, India, and Ghana.

Bilateral aid mainly comes from countries such as France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Japan, Kuwait, and Saudi Arabia; Multilateral aid mainly comes from organizations such as the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, and the European Union. Western countries such as France, the United States, Germany, and the European Union once suspended all economic aid except for humanitarian aid, but gradually resumed it. In 2006, after successfully holding a national political dialogue and signing a package of political agreements, the European Union announced the approval of providing 20.8 million euros in the balance of the 6th and 7th European Development Funds to Duoduo. After the 2007 multi parliamentary elections, the European Union announced the lifting of sanctions and the resumption of aid to multiple countries. In September 2008, a conference of development aid partners was held in Brussels, which received over 900 million euros in aid commitments. The World Bank, Paris Club, and African Development Bank have successively waived over $500 million in debt. In December 2010, Duoduo reached the completion point of "heavily indebted poor countries" and was granted $1.8 billion in foreign debt relief. In January 2014, the European Union announced the provision of the 11th Development Fund to Togo, totaling 216 million euros between 2014 and 2020. In January 2017, the International Monetary Fund signed a $238 million interest free loan agreement with Togo; In April, the World Bank signed three aid and loan agreements with Togo, with a total amount of 3.9 billion African francs. In January 2018, the French Development Agency, the European Union, and the German Renaissance Credit Bank signed three agreements with Togo to provide an additional 57.8 million euros in preferential loans and subsidies. In March, the Islamic Development Bank announced a loan of $20 million to Togo. In March 2019, the UAE and Togolese governments signed an agreement to provide an additional $15 million in aid to support the development of small and medium-sized enterprises; Germany has pledged to provide an additional 65 million euros in funding to support the development of the private sector, vocational training, youth employment, and other areas. In August, President Faure went to Japan to attend the 7th Tokyo International Conference on African Development, during which Mitsubishi Corporation of Japan promised to provide $50 million in financing to Togo to support the development of multi rural electrification. In May 2020, Germany provided an additional 13 million euros in financial support through the German Renaissance Bank. In June, France signed a funding agreement with the Togolese government for a total of 40.7 million euros. In 2020, Duo received a total of 786 million US dollars in development assistance. In April 2021, France announced the provision of an additional 75 million euros in aid and 40 million euros in loans. The International Monetary Fund has committed to providing $240 million in Special Drawing Rights. In 2021, Germany invested approximately 65 billion francs in multilateral partnerships. In 2022, the World Bank will invest an additional $917.5 million in areas such as education, health, social security, and the environment. In December 2022, Deutsche Bank provided an additional 20 million euros in aid to support financing projects for the development of multiple municipalities, while the French Development Agency provided an additional 10 million euros in aid to support infrastructure construction in the north. In July 2023, the World Bank signed an agreement with Togo to provide $100 million in financing to support the implementation of social assistance transformation plans by multiple parties. In September, the World Bank provided two additional grants to Togo to support sustainable and inclusive development policies, as well as the West African Food System Resilience Program, totaling approximately $170 million. In January 2024, Togo received 10 billion francs in support from the European Union to implement projects and reforms related to decentralization, sustainable agriculture, and social services in the new development roadmap. The World Food Programme announced an additional $17.6 million in food aid plan. In February, Togo received a new batch of financial support under the framework of the Fonds Mondial to fight AIDS, tuberculosis, malaria and COVID-19 in 2024-2026, totaling 112.8 million euros. In July, Togo signed a $1.5 billion 2025-2029 New Partnership Agreement with the World Bank. In October, the African Development Bank decided to provide an additional 16.4 billion CFA francs in financing.

According to the Human Development Index released by the United Nations Development Programme's 2020 Human Development Report, Togo ranks 167th in terms of people's livelihoods. In 2019, the national poverty rate in Togo was 45.5%. The Gini coefficient in 2021 was 38.5%. Togolese workers work 40 hours a week, with a minimum monthly wage of 18000 CFA francs. The average monthly wage for workers in Lom é city is 20000 CFA francs. The family allowance is 2000 CFA francs per child per month. There are a total of 718 medical and health institutions in China, including 3 university medical centers, 1 specialized hospital, 6 regional medical centers, 26 county-level hospitals, 8 comprehensive clinics, 100 social security medical treatment centers, 450 outpatient clinics, and 124 medical rooms. There are approximately 7000 hospital beds and 7700 healthcare technicians in total. The main diseases are malaria, tuberculosis and AIDS. The average life expectancy is 55 years, and the neonatal mortality rate is 78 ‰. From 2010 to 2020, the infection rate of AIDS in Togo decreased by 52%, and the incidence of AIDS related deaths decreased by 54%. In 2021, the prevalence of AIDS among the general population aged 15-49 will be 1.8%. In 2018, the usage rate of drinkable water was 68.8%. In 2021, the 4G network service will cover 59% of Togolese people and 74.9% of Togolese people will use the Internet.

The armed forces were established in November 1961, with the President as the highest commander of the military and the Ministry of National Defense as the highest military decision-making body. The current Chief of General Staff is Dimini Allahare. Implement a military service system that combines conscripts and volunteers, with conscripts serving for two years. Young people aged between 18 and 25 are eligible to apply for military service.

In 2022, the total military strength is about 14000, including approximately 13074 soldiers from the army, navy, and air force (including 750 presidential guards) and 926 military police. The army is equipped with tanks, light tanks, armored vehicles, field guns, etc; The navy has 3 small patrol boats and 4 patrol boats; The Air Force is equipped with fighter jets, transport planes, etc.

The general education system is divided into primary education (elementary school), secondary education (junior high school), tertiary education (high school), and tertiary education (university). There are over 5000 primary schools in China, with a net enrollment rate of 94% in 2021.; In addition, Togo has established technical education and vocational training schools (including public, private, and church schools). According to the World Bank, the overall adult literacy rate is 65%.

There is the University of Lom é, a higher education institution established in 1970 with 5 colleges, 5 departments, 2 research institutes, and 2 training centers. It currently has approximately 17000 students and 1000 teachers. In early 1999, the government decided to build a second university in President Eyadema's hometown of Kara, which was completed in 2004 and has 6000 to 7000 students.

Togo News: Official daily newspaper, founded in 1962. From 1972 to 1991, it was renamed as "New Journey Daily". The original name was restored on October 14, 1991, with a circulation of approximately 6000 copies. Since 1990, more than 20 private newspapers have emerged, mainly including Observer, Crocodile, Echo of Africa, Scorpion, People's Fight, New Era Report, and Democrats.

Togo News Agency: The national news agency, established in 1975, is responsible for compiling domestic news and copying international news from foreign news agencies. It issues 5 issues of the "Daily News" weekly, mainly focusing on domestic news.

Lom é Radio Station: Established in August 1953, it broadcasts in French, English, German, and broadcasts news in ethnic languages such as Ewe and Kabule. Broadcast 18.5 hours a day. Kara Radio Station: Established in 1975, responsible for broadcasting to the northern region, mainly broadcasting in French, but also broadcasting news and advertisements in Ewe and Kabule languages. It broadcasts three times a day, with each session lasting 3-7 hours.

Togo Television: Established in 1973, it is the only official television station. The program is mainly broadcast in French, and news is regularly broadcasted in Ewe and Kabule languages. Kara Television Station: Built in 1993.

We adhere to a neutral, non aligned, and friendly foreign policy. Pay attention to relations with Western countries, strive for foreign aid and reduce foreign debt. Actively develop relations with developing countries, advocate unity among developing countries, and engage in regional cooperation and economic integration. Adhere to neighborly friendship, actively participate in African regional affairs, support the process of African integration, and have sent troops to participate in African Union peacekeeping operations in Central Africa, Guinea Bissau, and C ô te d'Ivoire. In recent years, it has vigorously carried out cooperation with India, Japan, Türkiye and other countries. It is a member state of organizations such as the African Union, the Economic Community of West African States, and the West African Monetary Union. Established diplomatic relations with over 70 countries. From January 2012 to December 2013, served as a non permanent member of the United Nations Security Council. From June 2017 to June 2018, President Faure served as the rotating chair of the Economic Community of West African States. Formally joining the Commonwealth in June 2022. Became a permanent observer of the Organization of American States in February 2024.

France is a former suzerain country, the largest aid donor, and an important trading partner. The two countries have close relations in various fields and have signed 11 cooperation agreements including diplomacy, finance, culture, and military. President Eyadema has visited France multiple times, seeking political support and economic assistance. French President Chirac and Foreign Minister de Villepin have also visited multiple countries. In February 2005, French Foreign Minister Barnier went to Doha to attend the funeral of President Eyadema. In September, President Faure visited France and met with President Chirac. In April 2007, French Minister of Economy, Finance and Industry Breton and Development Agency Administrator Jean Michel visited Togo. In February 2008, Duoduo, France, and Benin held the "Ceio 2008" joint military exercise in Duoduo. In November, President Faure visited France and met with French President Sarkozy. In May and July 2010, President Faure went to France to attend the Franco African Summit and the French National Day Parade. In September 2012, President Faure met with President Hollande during the 67th session of the United Nations General Assembly. In January 2013, Prime Minister Ahumet Zunu paid a friendly working visit to France. In the same month, the representative of the French Development Agency in Togo and the Minister of Economy and Finance of Togo respectively signed an agreement to provide 6 million euros to the government of Togo to support rural healthcare, drinking water, education and other projects. In October, Togolese Foreign Minister Desai visited France and exchanged views with French Foreign Minister Fabius on bilateral relations, regional issues, and more. In November, President Faure visited France. In January 2015, President Faure visited France, met with French President Hollande, and participated in a peaceful anti-terrorism demonstration together. In May, French President Hollande telegraphed congratulations to President Faure for his re-election. In November, President Faure attended the Paris Climate Change Conference and met with French Prime Minister Valls during the conference. In April 2016, the Togolese Navy and the French Navy conducted the "NEMO" joint military exercise in Togolese waters. In May, Foreign Minister Desai visited France and exchanged views with French Foreign Minister Ayrault on bilateral relations, piracy in the Gulf of Guinea, and other issues. In July, President Faure called to offer condolences for the terrorist attacks in Farnese and the Rouen church. In January 2017, President Faure went to Bamako, the capital of Mali, to attend the 27th Franco African Summit. In November, French President Macron urged multiple governments to ensure the freedom of citizens to protest and express their opinions during the EU African Union summit in Cote d'Ivoire. In September 2019, President Faure went to France to attend the funeral of former French President Chirac. In March 2020, French President Macron congratulated President Faure on his re-election. In January 2021, Foreign Minister Desai visited France and met with French Foreign Minister Le Drian. In April, President Faure visited France. In April 2022, President Faure congratulated French President Macron on his re-election through social media. In November, attend the Francophone Organization Summit in Tunisia. In May 2023, President Faure visited France. In August 2024, President Faure went to France to attend the 80th anniversary celebration of the landing in Provence.

The relationship with Germany was often a former German colony, and the two countries have a close traditional relationship. During multiple political crises in 2005, De accused Faure of coming to power unconstitutional. The relationship between the two countries was once affected but later restored. In October 2007, Germany and Togo signed an agreement to provide 3 million euros in German aid for multi parliamentary elections. In February 2008, German Foreign Minister Steinmeier paid a working visit to Duoduo and met with President Faure. In June 2009, President Faure made his first visit to Germany in 15 years. In January 2010, the Minister of Education and Research of Germany visited many countries. In May 2011, Prime Minister Hongbo attended the Togo Day event of the Demunihei Economic Forum. In June 2012, a delegation from the German Ministry of Economic Development and Cooperation visited multiple countries. In the same year, both sides signed an agreement to provide an additional 27 million euros in aid within two years. In February 2014, Foreign Minister Desai conducted a working visit to Germany. In June, the second Germany Togo intergovernmental consultation on economic and technological cooperation was held in Lom é, and Germany decided to provide an additional 40 million euros in aid between 2015 and 2016. In June 2015, the President of the German Federal Parliament congratulated President Faure on his re-election. In the same month, Germany announced a provision of 21.5 billion Spanish francs (33 million euros) in aid to Togo. In January 2016, the German Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development visited multiple countries. In April, the Deputy Speaker of the German Federal Parliament went to Duoduo to participate in the "Germany Togo Cooperation Spring" series of activities. In November, Foreign Minister Diess visited Germany. In April 2017, the second "Germany Togo Cooperation Spring" was held in Lom é. In October, Germany provided 37 million euros in aid to Togo for areas such as rural infrastructure and vocational training. In May 2018, President Faure met with German Chancellor Merkel's special representative. In October, President Faure went to Germany to attend the G20 Africa Investment Summit. In September 2019, Deutsche Bank provided an additional 8 million euros in aid for the construction of a regional municipal hall. In March 2020, German President Steinmeier congratulated President Faure on his re-election. In March 2021, Foreign Minister Desai visited Germany. In June, German Minister of Economic Cooperation and Development Mueller visited multiple countries. In March 2021, the foundation of the German aid multi infectious disease hospital was laid, with the first phase of construction costing 2 billion CFA francs.

Established diplomatic relations with the United States in 1961. In recent years, the relationship between the two countries has developed rapidly. In November 2003, multiple parliaments passed an agreement with the United States not to extradite each other's citizens to the International Criminal Court. In addition, the United States is also cooperating with many countries in the economic and trade fields such as oil development, the renovation and expansion of Lom é Port, and textiles. In May 2007, Rear Admiral Staffobin of the United States Navy and Rear Admiral Peterman of the Coast Guard visited Toronto. In April 2008, the United States announced that it would include more countries in the African Growth and Opportunity Act. In August 2009, Premier Hong Bo visited the United States. In 2010, Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Carlson visited multiple countries. In 2011, US Navy frigates visited multiple countries and conducted joint naval training with them. In January 2012, US Secretary of State Clinton made an official visit to multiple countries. In August, US Navy Secretary Mabus visited Toronto. In August 2013, the United States signed an agreement to provide $15 million in assistance to peacekeeping forces dispatched to Mali. In August 2014, President Faure attended the first US Africa Summit in the United States. In January and June 2015, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State Gilmore and Williams visited multiple countries. In May, the spokesperson of the US State Department congratulated President Faure on his re-election. In the same month, Colonel Ajitou, the Deputy Chief of General Staff of multiple armies, visited the United States. In July, Foreign Minister Desai visited the United States. In February 2016, Foreign Minister Desai visited the United States. In November, President Faure telegraphed congratulations to Trump on his election as the President of the United States. In June 2017, Foreign Minister Desai visited the United States and met with US Secretary of State Tillerson. In August, the 16th African Growth and Opportunity Act Forum was held in Lom é. In March 2018, Togo participated in a multinational maritime security exercise organized by the US Africa Command. In November 2020, President Faure congratulated Biden and Harris on their respective roles as beauty pageant presidents and vice presidents. In December 2022, Faure attended the second US Africa Summit.

Togo has extensive contacts and cooperation in various fields with Nigeria, and has close economic and trade relations with neighboring countries and other African countries. In 2005, after multiple constitutional crises, Nepalese President Olusegun accused Faure of unconstitutional presidency as the Executive Chairman of the African Union, and pushed for sanctions to be imposed by the African Union and the Economic Community of West African States. Faure went to Nepal several times to do explanatory work and seek support. Ao's attitude changed and he immediately recognized Faure after he was elected president, actively mediating the conflict between Fu and the opposition. Frequent high-level visits between the two sides. In May 2011, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of President Jonathan in Nepal. In July 2013, President Jonathan visited multiple countries. In May 2015, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of President Buhari in Nepal. In December, President Faure went to Nigeria to attend the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the establishment of the Western Community and the Regional Counter Terrorism Summit. In May 2016, President Faure went to Nepal to attend the second Regional Security Summit. August. President Faure visited Nepal for work and met with President Buhari. In December, President Faure went to Nigeria to attend the 50th West African Economic Community Leaders' Meeting. In June 2017, President Faure visited Nepal and met with Vice President Osinbajo. In June 2018, President Faure visited Nepal. In February 2021, President Faure issued a statement congratulating Nepalese economist Ivar on his appointment as the new Director General of the World Trade Organization. In July 2024, the Western Community designated President Faure and Senegalese President Faye as coordinators for dialogue with the Sahel Alliance of States.

In the history of Togo and Ghana, there was a dispute over the ownership of "West Togo". The son of former president Olympio has been in exile in Ghana for a long time, and the relationship between the two countries has had friction and deteriorated at one point. In 1995, Canadian President Rollins visited Toronto, and the relationship between the two countries was normalized. Since then, there have been frequent high-level visits between the two sides. Mills attended President Faure's inauguration ceremony in May 2010. In March 2012, Canadian President Mills visited Toronto. In August, President Faure attended the funeral of former Canadian President Mills. In January 2013, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of President Mahama in Canada. In September, Canadian President Mahama made a working visit to multiple countries. In November 2014, President Faure visited Canada. In April 2015, the rotating chairman of the Western Community and President of Ghana, Mahama, visited Togo and urged the country to hold a new presidential election in a peaceful and transparent environment. In the same month, President Faure and President Yayi of Benin jointly visited Canada and signed a trilateral aviation cooperation agreement. In June, President Faure visited Canada. In March 2017, President Faure went to Canada to attend the 60th anniversary celebration of independence and met with Canadian President Akufo Ado. In May, President Akufo Ado visited multiple countries. In November, President Akufo Ado visited Togo to discuss solutions to multiple crises with President Faure; Later, the Minister of Security, Da Pa, was sent to visit multiple countries to mediate the situation. In the first half of 2018, President Akufo Ado went to multiple countries to host multi-party dialogues. In October and November, President Faure made working visits to Canada. In November 2020, President Faure expressed condolences for the passing of former President Rollins. In January 2021, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of President Akufo Ado in Canada. President Faure attended the 58th Western Community Heads of State and Government Video Conference.

Togo has close relations with Benin. The two countries jointly built the Namberto hydroelectric power station on the Mono River. In the early 1990s, the relationship between the two countries was once cold. After Kreku was elected as President of Benin in March 1996, friendly relations between the two countries were restored, and high-level exchanges between the two sides were frequent. In May 2010, President Yayi attended the inauguration ceremony of President Faure. In February 2011, President Faure conducted a working visit to Bay. In April, President Faure went to Bay to attend the inauguration ceremony of President Yayi. In April 2014, President Faure conducted a working visit to Bay. In January 2015, President Faure went to Benin to attend the 18th West African Economic and Monetary Union Summit. In December, President Faure went to Bay to attend the funeral of former Bay President Kreku. In January 2016, President Faure went to Benin to attend the 19th West African Economic and Monetary Union Summit. In October 2017, President Taron visited multiple countries twice to mediate the situation. In November 2018, President Taron visited Togo.

Togo has good relations with Burkina Faso. The two presidents have visited each other multiple times. After multiple constitutional crises occurred in 2005, President Compaore was elected as a mediator for multiple national political dialogues, successfully promoting the signing of a "comprehensive political agreement" by all parties involved in the dialogue. In May 2010, President Compaore attended the inauguration ceremony of President Faure. In December, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of President Compaore. In May 2011, Faure conducted a work visit to Bu. In April 2013, President Faure went to Burundi to meet with President Compaore. In June, President Compaore made a working visit to Duoduo. In May 2014, President Faure visited Burundi. After the constitutional crisis in October, President Faure actively participated in mediation and attended the inauguration ceremony of interim President Kafando in November. In May 2015, Prime Minister of the Transitional Government of Burundi, Zidane, visited Togo. In December, President Faure went to Burundi to attend the inauguration ceremony of the new President Kabore. In January 2016, President Faure sent a letter of condolence to President Kabore of Burundi, strongly condemning the terrorist attack in Mogadishu. In February, Foreign Minister Bu visited multiple countries. In August 2017, Prime Minister Crassu went to Burundi to meet with President Kabore and delivered a letter of condolence from President Faure regarding the terrorist attack on Burundi. In March 2018, President Faure visited the site of the March 2 terrorist attack in Burundi as the Chairman of the Western Community and met with President Kabore. In December 2020, President Faure went to Burundi to attend the inauguration ceremony of re elected President Kabore.

Togo maintains good relations with other African countries. In 2010, President Faure received visits from the President of Mali and other countries, including Libya, Sudan, and Rwanda. In 2011, President Faure visited countries such as Chad, Senegal, and Uganda. In 2012, President Faure visited countries such as Senegal and Namibia. In 2013, President Faure received visits from the Presidents of Mali and Cote d'Ivoire, visited Egypt, and sent troops to participate in military operations in Mali. In 2014, President Faure received a visit from the President of Guinea Bissau, visiting countries such as Congo (Brazzaville), Niger, C ô te d'Ivoire, and Gabon. In 2015, President Faure visited Guinea, Sierra Leone, Liberia, Niger, C ô te d'Ivoire, Mali, Congo (Brazzaville), Zimbabwe and other countries. Ivory Coast President Ouattara, Congo (Brazzaville) President Sassou, and Western Community Commission Chairman Vedra Ogo visited multiple countries successively. In 2016, President Faure visited Ivory Coast, Egypt, Zimbabwe, Niger to attend the summit of the Consultative Council member states, and Rwanda to attend the African Union summit. During the visit, he met with the presidents of Rwanda, Congo (Brazzaville), Egypt, and other countries. The presidents of Mali, Keita, and Guinea Bissau, Vas, visited multiple countries. In 2017, President Faure visited Egypt, Congo (Brazzaville), Liberia, Guinea, Zambia, Sierra Leone, and went to Angola to attend the inauguration ceremony of President Lorenzo. In 2018, President Faure visited Guinea, Gabon, and Cote d'Ivoire, attended the inauguration ceremony of the President of Liberia, the inauguration ceremony of the President of Sierra Leone, the 60th anniversary celebration of Niger's independence, and received the visiting Prime Minister of Guinea Bissau. In 2019, President Faure visited Ivory Coast, South Africa, and Gabon, and received visiting South African President Ramaphosa. In 2020, leaders of Gabon, South Africa, Ghana, Cote d'Ivoire, Nigeria, Benin, Ethiopia, Rwanda and other countries congratulated President Faure on his re-election. President Faure has made working visits to Gabon and Congo (Brazzaville), attended the inauguration ceremony of re elected President Ouattara in Cote d'Ivoire, and attended the inauguration ceremony of several re elected Presidents Conte in Guinea. He also made brief working visits to Niger and Burkina Faso, during which he met with President Issoufou of Nigeria and President Kabore of Brazzaville. Meet with the visiting Vice President of Mali, Goita. In 2021, President Faure visited the Republic of Congo (Brazzaville), attended the inauguration ceremonies of the new Nigerian President Bazoum and the Congolese President Sassou in Niger and Brazzaville, and attended the funeral of President D é by in Chad. In February 2022, I will attend a small summit with the Republic of Congo (Brazzaville), the Democratic Republic of Congo (Kinshasa), and Uganda. In May, I will visit the Republic of Congo (Brazzaville) and Cote d'Ivoire, and in August, I will visit Chad and Gabon. In November, Gabonese President Bongo visited Togo. Since 2023, President Faure has visited Mali, C ô te d'Ivoire, Gabon, Uganda, attended the inauguration ceremony of Nigerian President Tinubu, and attended the Western Community Summit in Nigeria. Niger President Bazoum and Central African President Touadera visit Togo. In February 2024, Togolese President Faure visited Congo (Brazzaville) and Cote d'Ivoire to attend the 53rd Western Community Summit. Prime Minister Dobe attends the 37th African Union Summit. In August, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of Rwandan President Kagame.

Togo actively participates in regional and international cooperation. In 2010, President Faure attended the 15th African Union Summit, the Millennium Development Goals Africa Coordination Forum, and other conferences. In 2011, President Faure attended the West African Economic and Monetary Union Summit, the 16th African Union Summit, the 39th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Community of West African States, and the 37th World Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Conference. He also presided over the Joint Parliamentary Assembly of the African, Caribbean and Pacific States and the European Union in Lom é. In February 2012, at the initiative of Togo, the United Nations Security Council held an open debate on the impact of organized transnational crime on peace, security, and stability in West Africa and the Sahel region. President Faure led a delegation to the United States to attend. In 2012, President Faure attended the 18th African Union Summit, the informal meeting of leaders of African Union member states, the Special Summit of the Community of West African States, the 67th United Nations General Assembly, the 14th Summit of the Organization of la Speaking Countries, and chaired the 16th Summit of the West African Economic and Monetary Union in Lom é. In 2013, President Faure attended the 42nd Summit of the Community of Western States and went to New York to preside over the high-level open debate of the Security Council on "Combating Terrorism in Africa in the Context of Maintaining International Peace and Stability", and adopted a statement by the President of the Security Council. In 2014, President Faure attended various summits including the Japan Western Community Summit, the 22nd African Union Summit, the 24th World Economic Forum Africa Summit, and the Francophone Organization Summit. In May 2015, President Faure attended the 47th Western Community Summit and went to Liberia as the coordinator of the Western Community's fight against the Ebola epidemic to announce the end of the Ebola epidemic in Liberia. In September, President Faure attended the special summit of the heads of state of the member states of the Western Community and went to New York to attend the series of summits celebrating the 70th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations and deliver a speech at the United Nations General Assembly. In October, Foreign Minister Desai represented Togo at the third India Africa Summit, during which he met with the Indian Foreign Minister. In the same month, Togo was elected a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council for a three-year term. In 2016, President Faure attended the 26th AU Summit, the 50th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations Development Programme, the 31st General Assembly of the United Nations Human Rights Council and the 71st General Assembly of the United Nations. In January 2017, President Faure attended the 28th African Union Summit. In June, President Faure went to Monrovia, the capital of Liberia, to attend the 51st summit of the Western Development Community and was elected as its chairman. In December, President Faure attended the 52nd Western Community Summit held in Abuja, the capital of Nigeria, as the rotating chairman of the Western Community. In 2018, President Faure attended the 30th and 31st African Union summits, and went to South Africa to participate in the dialogue between BRICS and African leaders, as well as to the 73rd United Nations General Assembly in the United States. He hosted the Special Summit of the Western Community and the Joint Summit of the Western Community and the Communist Party of China. In February 2019, President Faure attended the Regional Security Summit in Ghana. In April, President Faure attended the inauguration ceremony of President Sall in Senegal and the special summit of the heads of state and government of the Sahel Sahara Community in Chad. In the same month, the heads of security intelligence agencies from Togo, Benin, Burkina Faso, Ghana, C ô te d'Ivoire, Mali, and Niger held a joint meeting in Lom é to exchange ideas on strengthening intelligence sharing and jointly combating terrorism. In May, President Faure went to South Africa to attend the inauguration ceremony of President Ramaphosa and visited South Africa. In June, President Faure went to Nigeria to attend the 55th Summit of the Western Community. In the same month, Togo held the first Togo EU Economic and Trade Forum. In August, President Faure visited Gabon. In September, President Faure went to the United States to attend the 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly and to Burkina Faso to attend the Western Community Special Summit. In October, President Faure went to Japan to attend the coronation ceremony of the new emperor and to Russia to attend the first Russia Africa summit. In October, Foreign Minister Desai went to Monaco to attend the 36th Ministerial Conference of French speaking Countries. In November, the 20th Togo EU Political Dialogue Conference was held in the capital city of Lom é. In December, President Faure attended the special summit of the West African Economic and Monetary Union held in Dakar; Attended the 56th Summit of the Western Community held in Nigeria. In May 2020, UN Secretary General Guterres congratulated President Faure on his inauguration. On the occasion of Eid al Fitr on May 23-24, President Faure sent congratulatory messages to the leaders of the United Arab Emirates, Algeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Gabon, Gambia, Guinea, Indonesia, Iran and other countries. In June, President Faure attended the summit of leaders of the Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States with the theme of "Strengthening the ability to resist the COVID-19 through international solidarity" through video. In July and August, President Faure attended the special summit of the heads of state of the Western Community via video conference, aiming to agree on a solution to the political crisis in Mali. In September, President Faure went to Niamey, the capital of Niger, to attend the 57th summit of the Western Community, and to Accra, the capital of Ghana, to attend the summit of the Western Community discussing the crisis in Mali. In December, President Faure attended the 13th special meeting of the African Union on the African Continental Free Trade Area via video conference. In February 2021, President Faure attended a special video conference of the heads of state and government of the Western Community. President Faure attended the 34th African Union Summit via video conference. In March 2021, the second ministerial meeting of the "Support for Mali Transition Group" was held in Lom é, where President Faure met with the United Nations Under Secretary General for Peacekeeping Affairs, Lacroix, and the United Nations Secretary General's Special Representative for Mali and Head of the United Nations Mission in Mali, Anadif. In the same month, President Faure attended the 22nd West African Economic and Monetary Union Summit of Heads of State and Government. In April, the 13th meeting of the Accra Initiative was held in Lom é. In May, President Faure went to France to attend the African Economic Community Financing Summit. In the same month, he went to Ghana to attend the special summit of the Western Community. In June, President Faure attended the 59th Western Community Summit in Accra, the capital of Ghana. In July, Faure went to the UK to attend the Global Education Summit. In September, attended the Special Video Summit on Guinea by the Economic Community of West African States and went to Ghana to attend the Special Physical Summit. In March 2022, former Togolese Prime Minister Humbo was elected as the Director General of the International Labour Organization. In June, President Faure visited the United Arab Emirates and attended the second Qatar Economic Forum in Qatar. In August, the 72nd meeting of the World Health Organization's African Commission was held in Lom é. In September, the third meeting of the "Support Mali Transition Group" was held in Lom é. President Faure went to the UK to attend the Queen's funeral, and to Japan to attend the funeral of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and visit Japan. In October, President Faure went to the United States to attend the annual meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. Faure attended several meetings and special summits of the heads of state and government of the Western Community during the year, and went to Niger to attend the African Union special summit. In January 2023, a high-level inter parliamentary conference on counter-terrorism and prevention of violent extremism was held in Lom é. In July, President Faure went to Guinea Bissau to attend the 63rd Summit of the Western Community. In September, established diplomatic relations with Bolivia. In October, President Faure attended the UAE World Leaders Investment Summit and went to Paris to attend the Africa International Economic Forum. In November, President Faure went to Saudi Arabia to attend the Africa Saudi Summit, attended the G20 Africa Compact Summit in Berlin, and attended the 28th Conference of the Parties on Climate Change. Commissioned by the Niger government, he served as a mediator to assist Nigeria in engaging in dialogue with the international community. In October, Togo held the first Lom é Forum on Peace and Security. In January 2024, Togolese Foreign Minister Desai attended the Italy Africa Summit. In June, President Faure went to South Korea to attend the Han Fei Summit.