西非各国领导人提出了2027年启动经济合作组织单一货币的计划,尽管出现拖延和资金困难。 West African leaders advanced plans for a 2027 launch of the ECO single currency, despite delays and funding challenges.

2026年2月9日,西非经济官员在蒙罗维亚举行会议,推进关于区域单一货币 -- -- 经济合作组织 -- -- 的计划,目标是2027年启动。 West African economic officials met in Monrovia on February 9, 2026, to advance plans for a regional single currency, the ECO, aiming for a 2027 launch. 西非货币机构报告说,在包括法律框架和支付系统在内的关键任务方面取得了进展,但拖延依然存在,135项路线图活动只完成了22项。 The West African Monetary Agency reported progress on key tasks, including legal frameworks and payment systems, though delays persist, with only 22 of 135 roadmap activities completed. 利比里亚着重指出了强劲的经济业绩,包括5.1%的国内生产总值增长和20年来最低的通货膨胀,并承诺支持一体化努力。 Liberia highlighted strong economic performance, including 5.1% GDP growth and inflation at a 20-year low, and pledged support for integration efforts. 区域合作仍然强劲,西非中央银行和区域支付系统取得进展,尽管资金和政治意愿对于遵守最后期限至关重要。 Regional cooperation remains strong, with progress on the Central Bank of West Africa and regional payment systems, though funding and political will are critical to meeting the deadline.