The chief of staff of the Belgian armed forces is visiting Cotonou for two days as part of military cooperation with Benin. Arriving on Wednesday, Admiral Michel Hofman traveled to assess this military collaboration. Current events require, cooperation gives a good place to the fight against terrorism in the north of Benin and maritime piracy.
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With our Cotonou correspondent, Jean-Luc Aplogan
The visit begins with honors paid in front of the general staff headquarters in Cotonou. The rest is classic, one-on-one, extended interview, gift exchanges and press conference.
Twenty years of cooperation between the two armies. Since the first armed attacks in the north of the country, the fight against terrorism has become a priority. “ We will continue to develop Beninese capacities together to ensure that insecurity in northern Benin does not spread “, declared Admiral Michel Hofman
Intelligence, data analysis, training of special forces, fight against maritime piracy are the areas of Belgian intervention. The dynamic is positive and will continue according to the Belgian officer. Specific Beninese requests were sent to him for 2024 in four areas including military intelligence.
The chief of staff of the Beninese armed forces Fructueux Gbaguidi is delighted. “ Belgium supports us in the build-up of our forces. This partnership allows us to move forward, put in place a shield against terrorism and secure our country. »
After Cotonou, Admiral Hofman went to the Congo accompanied by six members of his cabinet.