July 10, 2026

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Chadian president mahamat idriss deby convenes crucial security meeting

Tchad

Tchad – réunion de Sécurité : Mahamat Idriss Deby mobilise les forces

Chadian President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno led a high-level security meeting to fortify national measures against threats, following his mission to Abu Dhabi.

Tchad - réunion de Sécurité : Mahamat Idriss Deby mobilise les forces

President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno, Marshal of Chad, convened a comprehensive security summit on Thursday, July 9th, just hours after his return to the capital from an official visit to Abu Dhabi.

This critical gathering underscored the paramount importance placed on national security matters, bringing together the nation’s most senior defense and security leadership, including the heads of key military and law enforcement bodies.

The agenda for the meeting focused on a thorough assessment of Chad’s evolving overall security landscape. During this evaluation, the Head of State and participating officials meticulously reviewed various aspects, including border security dynamics, ongoing efforts to combat asymmetric threats, the maintenance of public order, and the essential protection of citizens and their assets across the entire national territory.

Following detailed reports presented by the respective corps commanders, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno issued a series of strategic and operational directives. These instructions are designed to proactively anticipate potential dangers, enhance the effectiveness of security operations on the ground, and further solidify the country’s stability.