Benin: Algeria offers its expertise to strengthen the army against asymmetric threats – La Nouvelle Tribune

On September 24, 2026, Algeria offered to share operational expertise with Benin’s military to enhance its capabilities against asymmetric threats, especially terrorism. Algerian ambassador Ammar Hadjar met with Defense Minister Gildas Agonkan to discuss a potential framework agreement on training and cooperation. This development expands the longstanding diplomatic relationship between Algeria and Benin, which has so far been less military-focused compared to Benin’s partnerships with the US, UAE, and Germany.