Chad central african republic joint security force strengthens border security

Joint military initiative targets cross-border threats in Chad and Central African Republic

Senior military officials from Chad and the Central African Republic convened an emergency working session to bolster security along their shared frontier. The meeting, led by General Moubarak Abakar Nassour Hor, commander of the joint Chad-Central African Republic force, assessed recent joint operations and addressed escalating security concerns in border regions.

Assessing recent operations and emerging threats

The closed-door discussions centered on the outcomes of Operation Al-Hamamia 1 and Operation Al-Hamamia 2, two large-scale missions conducted to curb cross-border criminal networks. Military leaders reviewed operational reports highlighting both successes and persistent vulnerabilities in vulnerable border communities.

Key challenges were identified in high-risk zones where armed groups and illicit trafficking remain active. Participants emphasized the need for adaptive security measures to counter evolving threats, including cattle rustling and smuggling routes that exploit porous borders.

New mission ‘Sentinelle’ to enhance border surveillance

During the gathering, General Hor formally endorsed Operation Sentinelle, a next-phase strategy proposed by the G5 Sahel joint force. The plan outlines a robust deployment of military units supported by a network of fixed and mobile surveillance posts along the Chad-Central African Republic border.

The initiative aims to:

• Increase real-time monitoring of suspicious movements
• Shorten response times for joint military interventions
• Strengthen inter-agency coordination between Chad and the Central African Republic

By integrating advanced surveillance technology with traditional patrol methods, the command seeks to create a seamless security barrier that deters transnational crimes and protects civilian populations.

Future outlook: protecting communities and securing strategic corridors

In closing remarks, General Hor underscored the mission’s humanitarian dimension, highlighting the protection of border residents as a top priority. He noted that Operation Sentinelle will not only deter threats but also foster trust between communities and security forces through visible, proactive patrolling.

The commander expressed confidence that the enhanced strategy will significantly reduce cross-border violence and restore stability in this critical zone, where economic and social ties transcend national borders.