Rwanda and Guinea-Conakry have entered into a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral security cooperation, with the agreement focusing on key areas such as training, intelligence sharing, and the fight against transnational crime. The MoU was signed on Monday in Kigali by Rwanda’s Interior Minister Vincent Biruta and Guinea’s Minister of Security and Civil Protection, Bachir Diallo.
The partnership seeks to bolster both nations’ security frameworks by facilitating joint training programs, exchanges of best practices, and technical assistance. Additionally, the agreement emphasizes the importance of information and intelligence sharing to enhance the security infrastructure in both countries.
Key areas of cooperation under the agreement include community policing, combating the trafficking of drugs and psychotropic substances, cybercrime, and criminal investigations. Both countries have committed to working together on disaster management, focusing on mitigating the effects of natural and man-made disasters and improving road traffic safety.
The MoU also aims to tackle emerging threats such as violent extremism, human trafficking, and irregular migration. Both countries are poised to collaborate on using advanced technology for video surveillance and command center management, strengthening their intelligence gathering and response capabilities.
“This partnership marks a new chapter in the growing relationship between Rwanda and Guinea-Conakry,” said Minister Biruta during the signing ceremony. “By exchanging knowledge and working closely together, we aim to create safer environments for our citizens while addressing global security challenges.”
In addition to technical cooperation, the agreement calls for regular meetings to evaluate progress and plan future initiatives, including joint training programs and visits. A joint technical committee will oversee the implementation of the MoU, meeting annually to ensure effective execution and adaptation of strategies.
Through this agreement, both nations aim to foster a comprehensive and long-term partnership, ensuring mutual growth, enhanced security, and greater stability in the region.