Chad’s president mahamat idriss déby itno dispatches high-level delegation to Cameroon

President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, Marshal of the Republic of Chad, dispatched a prominent delegation to Yaoundé on Friday, July 17, 2026. This high-level mission carried a personal message intended for his Cameroonian counterpart, President Paul Biya.

The delegation was led by Dr. Abdoulaye Sabre Fadoul, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, African Integration, and Chadians Abroad. Accompanying him were Mahamat Saleh Abdeldjelil, Special Advisor to the Head of State; Fatima Haram Acyl, Minister of Petroleum, Mines, and Geology; and Hassan Adoum Younousmi, Director General of the Telecommunications Sector Regulatory Agency (ARSAT).

As the Cameroonian President was abroad at the time, the Chadian delegation was received at the Étoudi Palace by Ferdinand Ngoh Ngoh, Minister of State and Secretary General of the Presidency of Cameroon.

While the specific contents of the presidential message were not disclosed, the head of the Chadian delegation emphasized that the visit underscored the exceptional relationship between the two Heads of State and the people of Chad and Cameroon. He highlighted that this initiative reflects the strong desire of both nations’ highest authorities to further strengthen their cooperation and maintain continuous dialogue on matters of shared concern.

Beyond delivering the presidential message, discussions during the meeting also focused on future cooperation prospects across several strategic sectors vital for both the Chadian and Cameroonian economies. Notably, talks addressed enhancing partnerships in economic, energy, and infrastructure domains, reflecting a shared commitment to deepening sub-regional integration.

This diplomatic mission serves as a continuation of the long-standing privileged relations between N’Djamena and Yaoundé. It powerfully demonstrates both states’ dedication to maintaining a consistent framework for consultation and solidifying the historical, political, and economic bonds that unite these neighboring nations.