President Paul Kagame of Rwanda and Faustin‑Archange Touadéra of the Central African Republic (CAR) met on 23 November during President Touadéra’s two‑day working visit to Rwanda. The talks focused on deepening cooperation between the two nations. A key point of discussion was the existing security partnership, under which Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) troops are deployed in CAR pursuant to a bilateral security agreement and also serve in the United Nations peacekeeping mission there. Rwanda has further supported CAR’s security‑sector reforms by training its armed forces.
The leaders also explored ways to broaden collaboration across a range of sectors, including infrastructure, health, security and mining, with the aim of delivering mutual benefits for the peoples of both countries. Their meeting underscored the strong bilateral relations that already exist in these areas and highlighted a shared commitment to regional stability and development.
President Kagame and President Touadéra’s dialogue demonstrated a willingness to tackle common challenges and to pursue new opportunities for cooperation. As the partnership continues to evolve, both countries are expected to focus on implementing initiatives that promote economic growth, improve security and enhance the quality of life for their citizens. This growing alliance serves as a model for regional cooperation, illustrating the potential for African nations to work together toward common goals.
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