Reiterating his admiration for the extraordinary potential of the Ivorian people, President Obama pledged support for Mr. Ouattara’s efforts to unite Cote d’Ivoire, restart the economy, restore security and reform the security forces.
The two leaders discussed the importance of re-establishing normal trade and assistance relationships to jumpstart the Ivoirian private sector.
Furthermore, they touched on the importance of ensuring that the alleged atrocities were investigated. On the perpetrators, they resolved that regardless of which side any supported, they were to be held accountable for their actions.
Such people, they further agreed, should assist the roles of the United Nations Commission of Inquiry and the International Criminal Court in investigating abuses.
President Obama furthermore commended President Ouattara’s commitment to provide security and advance the aspirations of all Ivoirians stressing that, the United States would be a strong partner as President Ouattara formed an inclusive government, promoted reunification and reconciliation, and responded to the current humanitarian situation.
Here is the original post: