Chad's top diplomat hosts Turkish envoy to discuss bilateral cooperation
Chad's Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah and Turkish Ambassador Cem Utkan met to discuss boosting bilateral cooperation in sectors like trade, agriculture, and security. They also addressed regional security issues and extended condolences over a recent attack near Chad's presidency.
- World
- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 11:56 | 17 January 2025
- Modified Date: 11:57 | 17 January 2025
The top diplomat of the Central African nation of Chad hosted the Turkish ambassador to discuss bilateral cooperation.
During their Thursday meeting, Foreign Minister Abderaman Koulamallah and Turkish Ambassador Cem Utkan focused on key sectors such as the economy, trade, agriculture, energy, and culture, the Turkish Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
They discussed possible ways to strengthen bilateral trade by encouraging Turkish investment in Chad.
The two sides also addressed ongoing security issues within the region and ways to cooperate.
On behalf of Türkiye, Utkan offered condolences to Chad over a recent attack near the presidency in the capital N'Djamena.
Chad's presidency came under attack on Jan. 8, resulting in a clash between guards and the gunmen. During the attack, 18 gunmen and one government official were killed.
The Turkish Embassy in N'Djamena confirmed the meeting with a brief statement on X saying the two sides discussed bilateral cooperation as well as international developments.
- Israel sets military plans in preparations for withdrawal from Gaza as part of cease-fire deal
- Israeli security Cabinet approves ceasefire deal with Hamas
- Tens of thousands join student-led protests in Belgrade
- Israel releases names of 95 Palestinians to be freed on Sunday as part of Gaza deal
- CIA employee pleads guilty over leak of classified Israeli plans