International Conference on Sustainable Mobility and Climate 2026

Opening plenary – Mobility and climate: towards new governance and financing?

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Tuesday 20 October
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15:00 17:00
International Conference on Sustainable Mobility and Climate 2026
XIX Codatu Scientific Conference
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The objective of this session is to introduce the four main themes of the conference and to explore in greater depth the challenges and lessons learned from governance and financing systems for sustainable urban mobility in Global South countries. The session will also highlight the diversity of situations, the importance of context (cultural, historical, political, social, economic, etc.) and the key success factors that enable governance systems to function effectively and generate sustainable progress, including in addressing climate challenges. Finally, the session will seek to clarify the possible dynamics of improvement over time.

Speakers

  • François DUROVRAY, President, President of the Essonne Departmental Council (France) – CODATU

  • Ronan DANTEC, President – Climate Chance

  • Amadou KONÉ, Minister, Mayor of Bouaké, President of UVICOCI – Ministry of Transport of Côte d’Ivoire

  • Reda SOUIRGI, Division Manager – AFD, Mobility and Digital Division

  • Abimbola AKINAJO, Managing Director – LAMATA

  • Prisca Lablonde MBIMI, Douala Project Coordinator – Douala City Council

  • Mohamed MEZGHANI, Secretary General – IUTP

Moderator: Alioune THIAM, Consultant