Nigerien, Beninese leaders pledge to enhance cooperation

Xinhua
03 Jun 2026, 10:15 GMT+10

NIAMEY, June 3 (Xinhua) -- Nigerien President Abdourahamane Tiani and his Beninese counterpart Romuald Wadagni have expressed their commitment to removing all obstacles hindering stronger bilateral cooperation, including reopening the border between the two countries, said a joint statement issued Tuesday at the end of the Beninese president's visit to Niamey.

To this end, a committee of experts has been established to identify the obstacles and propose measures to address them, and has been tasked with submitting its report to the two heads of state within 15 days, the statement said.

During their talks, the two leaders welcomed the longstanding bonds of fraternity, friendship and cooperation between Niger and Benin.

They also reaffirmed their shared determination to "revitalize bilateral cooperation and elevate it to a level that meets their ambitions and the legitimate expectations of their respective peoples, who aspire to peace, security and development."

On security issues, the two presidents discussed the terrorist threat in Sahel and West Africa.

They reaffirmed their determination to join forces in combating terrorism and banditry, which have plagued the sub-region for years and undermined the effective implementation of their countries' development programs.

Convinced of the need to strengthen political, economic, scientific and cultural cooperation between Niger and Benin, the two heads of state agreed to intensify exchanges at all levels, notably through the regular convening of the Niger-Benin Joint Commission for Cooperation.

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