Presidential candidate for October 25, 2025, Jean-Louis Billon personifies a desire for renewal in Côte d’Ivoire. A well-known businessman and former Minister of Commerce, he separates from his party, the PDCI, to champion a project focused on modernizing the state, promoting good governance, and enabling a generational shift, with the support of the Democratic Congress (CODE).
Jean-Louis Billon, aged 61, is a prominent political figure in Côte d’Ivoire. He initially distinguished himself in the private sector, notably serving as President of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry from 2001 to 2011. In this capacity, he solidified his economic foundation and broadened his professional network, while actively defending the interests of the Ivorian private sector.
This is the result of a long period of reflection — an ambition for Côte d’Ivoire that I hope will lead to victory and usher in a new generation of leadership. It is time for Côte d’Ivoire to be governed by those born after independence.
Jean-Louis Billon, Code’s presidential candidate – Côte d’Ivoire
A member of the PDCI, Jean-Louis Billon is running in the October 25 presidential election outside the ranks of his party, which he considers unable to offer a credible candidacy for change. Backed by the Democratic Congress (CODE), he draws on the widespread desire for renewal expressed by the youth and civil society. Having served as Minister of Commerce from 2012 to 2017 under President Alassane Ouattara, he has earned a reputation as a moderate and forward-thinking reformer.
I am here to give more responsibility to the youths.
Jean-Louis Billon, Code’s presidential candidate – Côte d’Ivoire
Advocating a platform focused on the modernization of the state, good governance, and the reconstruction of institutions in Côte d’Ivoire, Jean-Louis Billon proposes a profound change in both approach and generation.
