Mozambique, EU Deepen Security and Defense Cooperation.

Maputo — The European Union (EU) and Mozambique have decided to deepen their cooperation in the fields of security and defense, with a particular focus on combating terrorism in the northern province of Cabo Delgado. The deepening of partnership was a key highlight during the official visit to Maputo by Lieutenant General Michiel van der Laan, head of the Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC), the EU body responsible for the operational planning and conduct of the EU's non-executive military missions. During the visit, Van der Laan met with the Minister of National Defense, Cristóvão Chume. The discussion between the pats centered on Mozambique's strategic priorities in the defense sector and its cooperation with the EU. Key topics included cooperation in the fight against terrorism in Cabo Delgado province, where security threats still need the strengthening of the Mozambican forces' operational capabilities. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines The European partnership also encompasses monitoring and assessing the impact of the European Union Training Mission in Mozambique (EUMAM-MOZ), which was established to help build the capabilities of Mozambican Defence Forces (FDS). Capacity building for the armed forces is thus a cornerstone of the cooperation between Maputo and Brussels, at a time when training, operational readiness, and institutional strengthening are of strategic importance in responding to threats to national security. The European official's visit also coincides with the handover of command for EUMAM Mozambique. This process will see Brigadier General Sérgio Estrela take over command of the mission from Commodore César Pires Correia. This shift comes at a time when defense cooperation aims to consolidate achievements and deepen support for building the capacity of Mozambican defense forces. The meeting between Mozambican and European officials was also attended by Ambassador Francisco Fontán and military commanders, highlighting the strategic nature of the security and defense relationship between Mozambique and the European Union. Strengthening cooperation between Mozambique and the European Union thus represents a commitment to bolstering national defense capabilities, particularly through military training and skill development to address complex threats. Read the original article on AIM . AllAfrica publishes around 600 reports a day from more than 90 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals , representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct. Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica . To address comments or complaints, please Contact us . AllAfrica is a voice of, by and about Africa - aggregating, producing and distributing 600 news and information items daily from over 90 African news organizations and our own reporters to an African and global public. We operate from Cape Town, Dakar, Abuja, Johannesburg, Nairobi and Washington DC. Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy . We need to confirm your email address. To complete the process, please follow the instructions in the email we just sent you. There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later.