MOZAMBIQUE ARMED FORCES CHIEF OF GENERAL STAFF VISITS RWANDA DEFENCE FORCE

Kigali, 22 January 2024

The Chief of General Staff of the Mozambique Armed Forces (FADM), Admiral Joaquim Mangrasse visited the Rwanda Defence Force headquarters where he was welcomed by the RDF Chief of Defence Staff, General MK Mubarakh. They engaged in bilateral discussions aimed at enhancing the current relations between the two military forces.

Admiral Mangrasse also paid a courtesy call to the Minister of Defence, Hon Juvenal Marizamunda.

Speaking after the visit, Admiral Mangrasse said “We discussed the ongoing collaboration in our collective efforts to combat terrorism, underscoring the imperative for its steadfast continuation until we achieve victory. Our conversation extended to various domains, particularly focusing on training, joint exercises, and the strategic approach to persistently counter the common enemy, which is terrorism in Cabo Delgado.”

The Chief of General Staff of the Mozambique Armed Forces (FADM) and his delegation are in Rwanda for a two-day working visit.

Rwanda Defence Force and the Mozambique Armed Forces have strengthened their collaboration through ongoing efforts reflecting a deepening relationship aimed at fostering regional security and solidarity against common threats.