Russia and CAR to Strengthen Ties: Security of CAR Priority

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Security cooperation would get priority, Putin assured and added that a broader format for achieving this objective would be drawn up in consultation mutually.  

Russian President Vladimir Putin held discussions with Central African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadera in Moscow on Thursday (16^th January), focusing on enhancing security collaboration between their nations. Putin said that he would delve deeper into the bilateral relationship through discussions and individual meetings.

 Security cooperation would get priority, Putin assured and added that a broader format for achieving this objective would be drawn up after mutual consultation.

President Touadera highlighted the “significant progress” made in restoring peace and security within the region while emphasizing the importance of continued partnership with Russian military forces to bolster their security measures. He specifically mentioned the need to enhance security along the Central African borders, seeking assistance from Russian experts whom he praised as skilled professionals and courageous fighters.

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 Touadera requested increased shipments of advanced military equipment to enhance the capabilities of their defense and security forces. In recent years, Russia has become the preferred security ally for several in the region.