Ethiopian, South Sudan security services agree to cooperate in regional issues

Addis Ababa, January 27, 2021 (FBC) – Ethiopian and South Sudan security services have agreed to cooperate in regional issues and capacity building sectors.

Director General of the National Intelligence and Security Service (NISS) of Ethiopia, Temesgen Tiruneh held discussion on bilateral issues with Director General of South Sudan’s Internal Security Bureau, Akol Koor Kuc.

During the discussion, the two sides agreed to strengthen their cooperation on regional security issues, according to a statement NISS sent to FBC today.

They reaffirmed their commitment to maintain regional peace and security by exchanging information regarding illicit firearms trafficking, terrorism and illegal activities at border areas.

Security services of the two countries have also agreed to cooperate in capacity building sectors. According to the statement, Ethiopia will provide training to South Sudanese experts.