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NIGERIAN DEFENCE MINISTER BADARU ABUBAKAR ATTENDS 12TH BEIJING XIANGSHAN FORUM IN CHINA

Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Mohammed Badaru Abubakar, is representing the country at the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum in Beijing, China, which opened on Wednesday, September 17, 2025. Personal Assistant to the Honourable Minister, Mati Ali, in a statement said Badaru Abubakar is participating in the forum alongside defence and military leaders from over 100 countries including Singapore, Russia, France, Vietnam, Brazil, and representatives of international and regional organisations. The forum’s theme is “Upholding International Order and Promoting Peaceful Development”. Badaru Abubakar is engaging in discussions featuring four plenary sessions and eight simultaneous sessions focusing on global security governance, Asia-Pacific security cooperation, safeguarding international order, and building regional peace. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar’s participation underscores Nigeria’s commitment to international cooperation on defence and security matters. The minister’s presence highlights the country’s engagement with global partners on issues shaping peace and security landscapes. Mohammed Badaru Abubakar is expected to contribute to discussions shaping collaborative approaches to address contemporary security challenges. The Beijing Xiangshan Forum provides a platform for dialogue among nations on promoting peace and stability.