Egypt Enhances Commitment to CEN-SAD for Regional Cooperation and Security
On December 27, 2024, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met with CEN-SAD Secretary Ambassador Ado Elhadji Abou to discuss enhancing regional cooperation against terrorism and illegal migration. Abdelatty emphasized Egypt’s readiness to support CEN-SAD’s efforts in strengthening member states’ security capabilities and economic ties, during his visit to Chad, which included meetings with key Chadian officials and business representatives.
On December 27, 2024, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty reiterated Egypt’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with the Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) during a meeting with Ambassador Ado Elhadji Abou in Chad. He emphasized the need for regional collaboration to address pressing issues such as terrorism, illegal migration, and to strengthen the security capabilities of member states. The minister called for a revitalization of CEN-SAD’s role in reinforcing counterterrorism efforts and highlighted the importance of unifying efforts to tackle security threats across the region, while also advocating for programs aimed at rehabilitating youth and countering extremist ideologies.
Furthermore, Minister Abdelatty expressed Egypt’s willingness to extend technical and logistical support to CEN-SAD, proposing the development of a comprehensive plan for financial and administrative reforms to strengthen the organization’s efficacy. The discussions were part of Abdelatty’s visit to the Chadian capital, N’Djamena, where he also met with Chadian Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah to promote trade and investment opportunities between Egypt and Chad. A delegation of Egyptian business representatives accompanied him to explore collaboration in sectors such as infrastructure, energy, and agriculture. During his visit, he also engaged with Chad’s Minister of Infrastructure, Aziz Mahamat Saleh, and visited the Alexandria University branch located in N’Djamena.
The Community of Sahel-Saharan States (CEN-SAD) was established to promote regional cooperation among its member states, which face numerous challenges, including security threats and socio-economic difficulties. The organization aims to enhance collaboration to combat issues such as terrorism and illegal migration, which have significant implications for regional stability. Egypt has taken an active role in CEN-SAD due to its geographical proximity and shared concerns regarding security and development in the Sahel and Sahara regions. This recent meeting underscores Egypt’s strategic interest in fostering alliances to tackle mutual problems effectively and encourages sustainable development efforts.
In conclusion, Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty has reaffirmed the nation’s dedication to strengthening ties with CEN-SAD and enhancing regional cooperation to confront critical issues such as security, terrorism, and migration. By advocating for increased collaboration and offering to support CEN-SAD through technical and logistical means, Egypt aims to play a pivotal role in reinforcing the capacities of member states and fostering economic growth through enhanced trade and investment opportunities. This initiative is a step towards achieving stability and development in the Sahel-Saharan region.
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