African Defense Ministers’ Conference Set to Convene in Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa: The African Defense Ministers Conference, dedicated to reinforcing peace, security, and unity across the continent, is poised to take place in Ethiopia's capital Addis Ababa next week.In an exclusive interview with ENA, Ethiopian Minister of Defense, Engineer Aisha Mohammed, outlined that the conference, that will be held at the Adwa Victory Memorial Museum, centers on enhancing continental security frameworks and bolstering military cooperation among African nations.She elaborated that discussions will encompass critical topics such as combating terrorism, addressing collective security concerns, and cultivating partnerships within the defense industry by drawing insights from countries with more advanced experiences.The conference will also underscore Africa's pivotal role in fostering global peace, alongside the continent's initiatives to enhance cooperation in humanitarian assistance and disaster response.A significant focus will be placed on capacity building within defense sectors t hrough training, technology transfer, and the exchange of knowledge, according to the Minister.Prominent experts are anticipated to present comprehensive research findings that could influence Africa's future defense strategies.Additionally, the conference will explore Africa's military evolution from past to present, examining the continent's contributions to peacekeeping and the challenges arising from cybersecurity and contemporary military collaborations. Complementing the discussions, exhibitions, documentary screenings, and visits are planned as integral components of the event.According to Minister Aisha, the conference aims to articulate a future vision for peace, stability, and development in Africa, while fostering collaboration to tackle shared security challenges.This gathering will convene African defense ministers, senior military officials, defense attachés based in Ethiopia, military research experts, as well as high-ranking government officials and military officers.Source: Ethiopi an News Agency