The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) has announced the official inclusion of Cameroon as its 43rd member state. The development was confirmed during a formal flag-raising ceremony held at the coalition’s headquarters in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on May 1, 2025.
Cameroon’s flag was hoisted alongside those of existing member states in a symbolic gesture of unity and shared commitment to combat terrorism. Present at the event were the Acting Secretary-General of the Coalition, Major General Mohammed bin Saeed Al-Moghedi, and Cameroon’s Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Iya Tidjani, among other dignitaries and representatives from member countries.
Major General Al-Moghedi welcomed Cameroon into the coalition, noting that its membership would strengthen joint efforts against terrorism and enhance regional and international cooperation. He added that the coalition’s framework promotes coordination in multiple areas including ideology, media, counter-terrorism financing, and military operations.
Ambassador Tidjani expressed gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed Cameroon’s commitment to the shared goals of the coalition. He emphasized that the country would actively contribute to the alliance’s mission of fostering peace and stability in the Muslim world.
The IMCTC, established in December 2015 under the leadership of Saudi Arabia, is an intergovernmental military alliance that aims to unify and support efforts among Muslim-majority nations in the fight against terrorism. Its structure aligns with international standards, particularly the provisions of the United Nations and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on counter-terrorism.
Cameroon joins other African nations such as Nigeria, Egypt, and Senegal within the coalition. Its membership is seen as a strategic step in the broader campaign to counter extremist threats and promote collective security across the region.
