After a pivotal 48-hour state visit, Marshal Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, President of the Republic of Chad, concluded his official mission to Niger on Thursday morning, August 7, 2025.
His counterpart and host, Army General Abdourahamane Tiani, President of the Republic of Niger, welcomed him with full honours alongside the Prime Minister, government officials, members of the National Council for the Safeguarding of the Fatherland (CNSP), and representatives of the Chadian community living in Niger.
The visit, marked by a spirit of fraternity and cooperation, underscored the enduring historical, cultural, and geopolitical ties that bind the two neighbouring nations.
At the heart of the engagements was a shared commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation in the face of growing security and economic challenges in the Sahel region.
During the high-level meetings, President Déby Itno and President Tiani held a closed-door session followed by expanded talks with their respective delegations.
The discussions spanned critical sectors including counterterrorism, infrastructure development, energy, telecommunications, trade, and cross-border mobility.
Among the priority projects discussed was the acceleration of the Niger–Chad oil pipeline, expansion of regional fibre-optic networks, and completion of the Trans-Saharan Highway.
Energy collaboration was also central, with both sides reaffirming support for the Salkadamna energy project—a strategic initiative aimed at boosting regional energy security.
Trade and connectivity were given renewed urgency, with both presidents expressing determination to improve transport corridors and foster economic integration between the two countries.
Marshal Déby Itno also met with Chadian nationals residing in Niger, offering reassurance on issues related to mobility, residency, and consular services.
He lauded the diaspora’s contributions to Chad’s development and promised continued support for their wellbeing abroad.
The visit concluded with an invitation extended to President Tiani to make an official visit to Chad—an invitation he accepted warmly.
This diplomatic exchange signals a robust and enduring partnership built on mutual respect, sovereignty, and a shared vision for the future of the Sahel.
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