Ouagadougou:A high-level delegation from the Gendarmerie of the Republic of Turkey, led by Lieutenant General Aykut Tanriverdi, Deputy Commander of the Turkish Gendarmerie General Command, is currently in Ouagadougou for a working visit aimed at strengthening the partnership with the National Gendarmerie of Burkina Faso. The visit is marked by various collaborative activities between the two institutions.
According to Burkina Information Agency, the first day of the visit involved a ceremony for raising the national colors and included presentation sessions and discussions between the Turkish and Burkinabé institutions. Colonel Issa Yaguibou, Chief of Staff of the National Gendarmerie, highlighted the importance of the visit, emphasizing the strong bilateral relations and the robust partnership between the two nations' institutions.
Colonel Yaguibou discussed the international security context, noting the increasing complexity and transnational nature of security threats. He stressed the necessity for coordinated responses to enhance operational effectiveness. Additionally, he paid tribute to Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Faso and Supreme Commander of the National Armed Forces, commending his leadership in establishing partnerships respecting Burkina Faso's sovereignty and mobilizing resources to ensure national security.
During the proceedings, the Turkish delegation participated in presentations about the National Gendarmerie of Burkina Faso, its training structures, and the current state of cooperation between the two countries. A presentation by the Turkish Gendarmerie followed, enabling both sides to explore further collaboration opportunities.
The Turkish delegation also engaged in a best practices exchange through an immersion visit with the Special Legion of the National Gendarmerie. Colonel Sib Sié Arnaud, commander of the unit, showcased the missions, achievements, and various branches of the Special Legion. The day concluded with a performance by the National Gendarmerie Music Squadron, featuring the national anthems of both countries and a carousel demonstration.