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Djibouti and China sign memorandum to boost cooperation on global security

The Chinese and Djiboutian foreign ministers shake hands in front of the two countries' flags
Wang Yi and his Djiboutian counterpart Abdoulkader Houssein Omar

Madar (International) - Djibouti and China have signed a memorandum of understanding to strengthen cooperation under the Global Security Initiative, during talks between Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and his Djiboutian counterpart, Abdoulkader Houssein Omar.

The two sides discussed ways to develop their relations and coordinate on regional and international issues, amid the security challenges facing the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea.

The memorandum is part of Beijing's efforts to expand security cooperation with countries in the region and strengthen coordination on peace and stability.

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