President Evariste Ndayishimiye received a delegation of investors from the United States of America on Friday, August 14, 2026, at the Ntare Rushatsi Presidential Palace. The meeting focused on strengthening commercial and economic partnership, particularly in the strategic sectors of mining and energy. The U.S. Delegation was led by Bridget Prémont, the Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Burundi.
Ms. Prémont, speaking to the press after the meeting, expressed satisfaction with the particularly warm welcome received. She noted that these fruitful exchanges allowed for a very positive assessment of projects currently being executed in Burundi. On behalf of the American government, Ms. Prémont reaffirmed that this initiative aligns with Washington's commitments to peace and sustainable development. She also stated her full confidence in the concrete economic benefits and shared prosperity that will result from this reinforced cooperation.
President's Call for Transparency
President Evariste Ndayishimiye met with American economic operators to review their activities in Burundi. President Ndayishimiye acknowledged the progress of the group's work in recent days. He urged the economic actors to continue their investments with the utmost transparency. Bridget Prémont, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Burundi, expressed confidence in the concrete economic benefits and shared prosperity that will result from this strengthened cooperation.
U.S. Diplomat's Positive Assessment
Bridget Prémont, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Burundi, expressed satisfaction with the reception following the meeting, stating, "S’exprimant devant la presse à l’issue de la rencontre, Bridget Prémont s’est félicitée de l’accueil particulièrement chaleureux leur réservé." The U.S. Diplomat underlined that the productive discussions enabled a "bilan très positif des projets actuellement exécutés sur le sol burundais."
Ms. Prémont reaffirmed that the initiative aligns with Washington's commitments to peace and sustainable development. She stated, "Au nom du gouvernement américain, Mme Prémont a réaffirmé que cette initiative s’inscrit au cœur des engagements de Washington en faveur de la paix et du développement durable." She also expressed full confidence in the concrete economic benefits and shared prosperity expected from the strengthened cooperation.
Broader Economic Cooperation Goals
President Evariste Ndayishimiye's engagement with U.S. Investors extends beyond specific sector discussions, aiming to foster broader economic partnerships. The Burundian leader emphasized the importance of transparency in investments, encouraging economic actors to continue their work with integrity. Bridget Prémont, the Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Burundi, noted that the initiative aligns with Washington's commitment to peace and sustainable development. She expressed confidence that the strengthened cooperation would yield concrete economic benefits and shared prosperity for both nations. This dialogue shows a mutual interest in expanding commercial ties and ensuring long-term, beneficial economic growth in Burundi.
Future Outlook and Shared Prosperity
President Evariste Ndayishimiye's engagement with U.S. Investors signifies a strategic push for Burundi's economic future. The discussions, focusing on mining and energy, aim to lay groundwork for sustained growth and development. Bridget Prémont, Chargé d'Affaires at the U.S. Embassy in Burundi, emphasized that this collaboration aligns with Washington's broader commitments to peace and sustainable development. Both parties anticipate that the strengthened cooperation will yield tangible economic benefits and contribute to shared prosperity. The emphasis on transparent investments by President Ndayishimiye shows a commitment to fostering a stable and reliable environment for international partnerships, signaling a continued effort to attract foreign capital.