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International Observatory for Territorial Diplomacy

« Cooperating to build dynamic territories »

Our shared commitment Building territories of influence Making the most of local resources Member countries Senegal Guinea Côte d'Ivoire Morocco Cameroon DRC
Territorial equity Rights & equality
Territorial data governance Data & value creation
Smart cities Innovation & connectivity
Sustainable development SDGs & resilience
About

The Observatory serving territories

The OIDT strengthens the autonomy and visibility of local and regional authorities in their international relations, fostering decentralised cooperation and sustainable local development.

Our mission

Empowering local authorities • International outreach.

  • Strengthening the capacity of territorial actors
  • Promoting decentralised cooperation
  • Supporting local development strategies
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Our approach

Diagnosis, co-construction and support of territorial projects for tangible, lasting results.

2+ Decades of expertise
3 Geographic areas
50+ Projects delivered
Our priorities

Three strategic focus areas

Three levers for action to strengthen territorial diplomacy and international cooperation.

01

Territorial diplomacy & decentralisation

Supporting local authorities in asserting their role on the international stage and in decentralisation processes.

02

International cooperation

Facilitating strategic partnerships and supporting sustainable, inclusive cooperation projects with strong territorial impact.

03

Election observation in Africa

Contributing to stronger local democracy, electoral processes and territorial institutions in Africa.

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Our approach

A proven methodology

For dynamic, resilient and well-governed territories.

Our methodology
Step 01

Territorial diagnosis

In-depth analysis of the territory's specific needs, potential and challenges.

Step 02

Participatory co-construction

Joint development of strategies tailored to local realities and ambitions.

Step 03

Support & evaluation

Rigorous monitoring, impact measurement and continuous adjustment of ongoing projects.

Blog & publications

News

Follow the OIDT's latest initiatives, publications and events.

Logo of FODIT TV, the television channel of territories

Coming soon: FODIT TV, the television channel of territories

FODIT TV, the television channel of territories, will soon be online: an audiovisual platform dedicated to…

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Ibrahima BA, President of the OIDT, receives the recognition trophy from Master Chef Dr Abdessamad Hamrerras

The President of the OIDT honoured by the Moroccan University of Culinary Arts

The President of the OIDT, Mr Ibrahima BA, received an honorary distinction from Master Chef Dr Abdessamad Hamrerras,…

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Official presentation of the 4th edition of FODIT — 1 June 2026, town hall of the 16th arrondissement of Paris

4th FODIT in Paris: territories facing geopolitical challenges

The 4th edition of the Forum on International Territorial Dialogue was held on 1 June 2026 in…

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Partnerships, expertise, decentralised cooperation — let's build dynamic territories together.

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