Chad and Central African Republic joint forces strengthen border security measures

Military authorities from Chad and the Central African Republic are stepping up efforts to secure sensitive border regions through coordinated operations. A high-level meeting, led by Brigadier General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, assessed recent joint field missions and discussed security challenges in borderline communities.

Key operations and strategic discussions

Participants reviewed the outcomes of Operation Al-Hamamia 1 and Operation Al-Hamamia 2, which were conducted to address cross-border threats. The meetings also highlighted security concerns in specific localities along the shared border.

New mission ‘Sentinelle’ approved for enhanced protection

During the discussions, Brigadier General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, Commander of the joint Chad-Central African Republic forces, endorsed the operational plan for Operation Sentinelle. Proposed by the G5 Sahel cell, this initiative aims to:

• Deploy additional military units equipped with fixed and mobile surveillance posts
• Improve response times to suspicious activities along the border
• Strengthen security cooperation between Chad and the Central African Republic

Strengthening safety for border communities

According to the joint force commander, the new operation will enhance protection for civilians residing near the border and provide a more robust response to evolving security threats in this critical region.