Chad and Central African Republic joint forces step up border security
Military authorities from Chad and the Central African Republic are ramping up efforts to tighten security along their shared border. A strategic meeting, led by Brigadier General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, assessed recent joint operations and addressed emerging security challenges in border regions.
key operations and challenges reviewed
The gathering brought together high-ranking military officials from both nations who are part of the joint force tasked with securing the border. Discussions focused on the outcomes of Operation Al-Hamamia 1 and Operation Al-Hamamia 2, as well as persistent security threats in certain border communities.
new mission ‘Sentinelle’ to enhance border protection
During the meeting, participants reviewed and approved a new operational plan for Operation Sentinelle, proposed by the G5 Sahel Force. This initiative involves deploying additional military units equipped with fixed and mobile surveillance posts to strengthen border monitoring.
The enhanced deployment aims to:
- increase detection of suspicious movements and activities
- reduce response times for joint security forces
- deepen cross-border security cooperation between Chad and the Central African Republic
general hor outlines mission objectives
According to Brigadier General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, commander of the joint Chad-Central African Republic force, Operation Sentinelle is designed to better safeguard border populations and effectively counter transnational threats. The initiative reflects both countries’ commitment to regional stability and security.
