(Ecofin Agency) - As part of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), several African countries have signed agreements with Chinese companies across various sectors. Togo has followed suit.

On September 4, in Beijing, Togo’s authorities signed a memorandum of understanding with Chinese tech giant Huawei. The goal of this partnership is to strengthen the country's digital infrastructure.

This deal was signed during the 9th edition of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. Togo’s leaders met with several Chinese companies to secure strategic contracts, with a focus on advancing their digital transformation.

This move aligns with the "Togo Digital 2025" strategy, launched in June 2022, which is aimed at promoting social inclusion and economic growth through digital advancements. Key initiatives include building a digital innovation ecosystem, providing widespread access to high-speed internet and technology, and digitizing key sectors of the economy.

In addition to Huawei, Togo has partnered with other tech companies, such as French firms Atos and Idemia, to develop a national electronic identification system. Earlier this year, the country also turned to Kazakhstan’s National Information Technologies to support digital projects and improve the digitalization of government services.