In a high-level diplomatic engagement, U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for West Africa, Will Stevens, met with Guinean Prime Minister Bah Oury on Wednesday, July 24, 2025, at the Primature in Conakry.
The meeting focused on Guinea’s ongoing constitutional referendum process and the potential for deepened cooperation between Washington and Conakry.
Speaking to national broadcaster RTG following the meeting, Stevens outlined the mission’s key objectives: “The reason for this visit to the Primature is to engage with the Prime Minister on Guinea’s plans regarding the referendum and broader economic development.
In inviting the United States as a partner in this process, Guinea can count on access to top-tier American expertise.
We assure our commitment to executing and implementing President Trump’s directives, which emphasize not only respect for national sovereignty but also a strong focus on commercial partnerships.”
The visit comes at a time when Guinea is actively seeking to broaden its strategic alliances in its push toward constitutional order and economic revitalization.
The current transitional government, led by Prime Minister Bah Oury, has been working to reassure both domestic stakeholders and international partners of its commitment to democratic reform.
With the referendum looming, the Guinean authorities are placing considerable value on technical support and credible backing from Western partners.
The United States, under the Trump administration, appears poised to offer such assistance, provided it aligns with its foreign policy vision centered on sovereignty and mutually beneficial trade.
Observers view this diplomatic exchange as a potential turning point in Guinea–U.S. relations, signaling Washington’s renewed interest in West African affairs amid shifting geopolitical dynamics.
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