On Friday, September 12, 2025, at the headquarters of the Grand Chancellery of the National Order in Abidjan Cocody, the second annual decoration ceremony took place.

A total of 39 recipients from various sectors of activity, including Dr. Daouda Dao, specialist in development economics and Deputy Director General of the CSRS, and Prof. Ettien Jean-Baptiste, agro-pedologist and associate researcher at the CSRS, were honored with the National Order of Merit by the Grand Chancellery of Côte d'Ivoire.

This national recognition ceremony was dedicated to recognizing merit, excellence, and competence in the service of the nation.

Congratulations to Dr. Daouda Dao and Prof. Ettien Jean Baptiste !