May 20, 2026

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New european union ambassador formally begins duties in Chad

In a dignified ceremony held on May 19, Amador Sanchez Rico, the freshly appointed European Union ambassador, formally submitted his credentials to President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno.

The significant event unfolded at the esteemed Palais Toumaï. Among the notable attendees was Fatimé Aldjineh Garfa, the Minister Delegate to the Minister of State, Minister of Foreign Affairs, responsible for African Integration and Chadians Abroad. Ambassador Sanchez Rico was joined by Sona Jarosova, who leads the political section, and Karl Rawert, the head of cooperation for the European Union delegation in Chad.

This official presentation formally inaugurates the new European Union ambassador’s three-year tenure in Chad.

Beyond its ceremonial nature, the submission of credentials signifies a profound commitment to strengthening bilateral relations between Chad and the European Union. It underscores a shared dedication to fostering mutually advantageous cooperation, aiming for tangible outcomes that directly benefit the Chadian populace.