IAPH Africa/Europe Regional Meeting
Djibouti, 15 - 18 Dec 2008
On December 15, 2008, some 100 IAPH members in Africa and Europe gathered
at Djibouti Palace Kempinski Hotel in the Republic of Djibouti for the
IAPH Africa/Europe Regional Meeting. In addition, some 200 delegates representing
the port and maritime sectors in Djibouti and its neighboring countries
attended the event that was held in conjunction with the 7th PAPC (Pan-African
Ports Cooperation) Conference, 15-18 December, under the theme of “Challenges
and Opportunities in restructuring African Ports”.
The event officially kicked off with welcome message by Mr. Jerome Oliveira,
Director General, Port of Djibouti, who acted as host.
On the evening of December 15, the IAPH Africa/Europe Regional Board Meeting
was convened under the chairmanship of Mr. Gichiri Ndua, IAPH 1st Vice
President, to confirm the procedure of electing a new third IAPH Vice President
representing the region at the Genoa Conference, May 2009, and finalize
a list of candidates for the position. 
(Members Area)
During the PAPC Conference, a range of stimulating presentations were made
on the future of ports in Africa. Please click here!
- Memories of Djibouti (Through Courtesy of Port of Djibouti)
