Loading grant details…
Chinese Government grants 4.5 billion francs CFA of military equipment to the Cameroon Defense Forces
| Funder | Unspecified Chinese Government Institution |
|---|---|
| Recipient Organization | Cameroon Defense Forces |
| Country | Cameroon |
| Start Date | Jan 01, 2018 |
| End Date | Sep 21, 2031 |
| Duration | 5,011 days |
| Number of Grantees | 1 |
| Roles | Recipient |
| Data Source | AidData Chinese Aid |
| Grant ID | 72539 |
Grant Description
On 18 July 2018, the Chinese Ambassador to Cameroon, Wang Yingwu and Cameroon's Minister of Defense, Joseph Beti Assomo, signed a military assistance agreement worth 4.5 billion francs CFA (approximately USD7.9 million).
The type and quantity of military equipment to be supplied Cameroon by China will be determined by Cameroonian officials based on their needs; the Cameroonian government will be responsible for the transportation costs.
The purpose of the grant was to assist the Cameroon defense forces and reinforce their capacities in peacekeeping and security operations in the region. Implementation of the agreement is expected to last five years.
Sources & References
- China
- Cameroon sign military assistance agreement
- China donates 7 mn euros to Cameroon's security forces
- The Dragon in the River of Shrimp: The Reality and Perception of Chinese Investment in Cameroon
- Bilateral Military Cooperation. China
- Cameroon Partners for Eternity _ cameroon-report.com
- China
- Cameroon sign military assistance agreement Loan applications and disbursements are still being received and processed as the projects continue to evolve. Ongoing monitoring and evaluation are in place to ensure project continuity.
All Grantees
Cameroon Defense Forces
Interested in applying for this grant?
Complete our application form to express your interest and we'll guide you through the process.
Apply for This GrantQuick Summary
Related Grants
