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United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa
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SRSG Souef concludes his mission on first contacts with national authorities in N’Djamena (Chad)

Libreville, 3 August 2026 – Concluding a week of first contacts with Chadian authorities during a mission in N’Djamena, Special Representative of the Secretary-General (SRSG) of the United Nations and Head of the United Nations Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) Mohamed El-Amine Souef was today received in audience by President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. During the week-long mission, SRSG Souef met with the Prime Minister, the Minister of Foreign…

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UNOCA promotes a regional approach in Central Africa that supports peace and security, strengthens institutions, and mobilizes cooperation to address political, humanitarian, and development challenges across the subregion.

The United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa (UNOCA) advances political dialogue, conflict prevention, and mediation efforts, working closely with the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), national authorities, and local partners. It also responds to cross-border threats, including armed groups, maritime insecurity in the Gulf of Guinea, and climate-related security risks, while fostering long-term stability and regional cooperation in Central Africa.

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United Nations Regional Office for Central Africa

UNOCA promotes a regional approach in Central Africa that supports peace and security, strengthens institutions, and mobilizes cooperation to address political, humanitarian, and development challenges across the subregion.