President Daniel Francisco Chapo, the President of Mozambique and Commander-in-Chief of the Mozambique Armed Defence Forces (FADM), has commended the role played by Rwanda’s security forces in combating the terrorist insurgency that had affected the country.
He made the remarks after visiting the headquarters of the Rwanda Security Forces in Mocímboa da Praia District during his official working visit to Cabo Delgado Province.
President Chapo was accompanied by the Minister of National Defence, Major General Cristóvão Artur Chume; the Commander of the Mozambique Army, Major General André Rafael Mahunguane; the Commander of the Mozambique Navy, Brigadier General (Commodore) Óscar Agostinho Lucas; as well as other senior government officials.
After visiting FADM troops stationed in Mocímboa da Praia, President Chapo was received at Mocímboa da Praia Airport by the Commander of the Rwanda Security Forces, Brigadier General C.M. Mujuni, together with other senior officials.
He later held a meeting with senior commanders of the Rwanda Security Forces, during which he commended them for their contribution to restoring peace and security in Cabo Delgado Province.
President Chapo expressed his “deep appreciation to the Government of Rwanda, especially to the President of the Republic of Rwanda, for the unwavering support extended to Mozambique in the fight against terrorism in Cabo Delgado.”
He also praised the Rwanda Security Forces for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to protecting civilians and restoring security.
Speaking on the importance of cooperation between the security forces of Rwanda and Mozambique, President Chapo praised the strong partnership between the two countries in the fight against terrorism and reaffirmed his commitment to further strengthening that cooperation.
