Alexander Pekantov, the Ambassador of the Central African Republic to Moscow, announced that Bangui has approached Russia for assistance in maintaining security during the upcoming constitutional referendum period.
Pekantov told Sputnik: “During the constitutional referendum period, there was a request made to Russia for security assistance.”
The United Nations Integrated Peacekeeping Mission in the Central African Republic declined this request. However, the discussion regarding the number of Russian military trainers has not taken place, and it remains at the discretion of the Russian side.”
Moreover, Pekantov noted that the constitutional referendum proceeded smoothly and without any significant incidents.
Addressing the topic of the number of Russian military trainers, Pekantov clarified that the embassy does not possess information indicating an increase beyond the count of 1,890 trainers.
This request for assistance and subsequent discussions exemplify the international dynamics and collaborations unfolding in the Central African Republic as it navigates through key political and security-related events.
With its diplomatic interactions drawing the attention of global observers, the Central African Republic seeks to ensure a secure environment during the constitutional referendum, while also highlighting its relations with Russia.
