In a significant move to bolster security cooperation, the Minister of Interior of the Republic of the Sudan, Lieutenant General (Police) Babiker Samra, engaged in talks with his Egyptian counterpart, Minister of Interior Mahmoud Tawfiq, in Cairo on April 4, 2026. The discussions centered on enhancing security ties and exploring avenues for expertise exchange between the two countries’respective ministries.
During the meeting, the two sides meticulously reviewed the existing areas of cooperation and sought to identify new opportunities for further development. They also exchanged views on the latest developments in security issues of mutual concern, reflecting a shared commitment to regional security and stability.
Lieutenant General Samra expressed his deep appreciation for the efforts of Egypt’s Ministry of Interior, emphasizing that his visit was part of the ongoing consultations and close relations between the officials of the two brotherly countries. He highlighted Sudan’s eagerness to expand the exchange of training expertise with Egyptian security agencies, aiming to benefit from their extensive experience in enhancing the skills of Sudanese police personnel. This move is particularly timely in light of the evolving security challenges facing the region.
Responding to the Sudanese Minister’s statements, Egypt’s Minister of Interior Mahmoud Tawfiq welcomed the visit and reaffirmed his country’s unwavering commitment to strengthening cooperation with Sudanese security institutions. Building on the strong historical ties between Egypt and Sudan, Tawfiq expressed his readiness to advance mechanisms for cooperation, including the exchange of training and information. Both leaders underscored the importance of intensifying coordination and security cooperation to effectively address the evolving regional challenges and developments.
The meeting marked a significant step forward in the security partnership between Sudan and Egypt, emphasizing the shared goal of promoting security and stability in the region through mutual support and expertise exchange.
Source: allafrica
