Chad firmly denies claims of destabilizing Central African Republic

The spokesman for Chad’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ibrahim Adam Mahamat, over the weekend vehemently rejected claims suggesting that N’Djamena is involved in a plot to destabilize the Central African Republic (CAR).

Chad’s diplomatic corps dismissed the allegations as a deliberate smear campaign aimed at tarnishing its reputation and straining relations with its neighbor, the Central African Republic.

In a stern statement, the Ministry condemned what it described as “a concerted effort to spread misinformation”, urging those responsible to act with integrity and calling on media outlets and social media users to prioritize verified facts over unconfirmed claims.

The Government of Chad has consistently maintained that it has never, nor will it ever, engage in any form of subversive activity against another nation. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that “Chad’s stability is inseparable from that of its neighbors, and the country remains firmly committed to the principles of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and non-interference.”

This latest denial follows recurring accusations from regional governments accusing Chad of covertly supporting various armed factions operating beyond its borders. Notably, reports have linked Chadian forces to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which have been engaged in conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces since April 15, 2023.