Tanzania and the United States have pledged to strengthen their longstanding partnership through enhanced collaboration across strategic sectors, including defence, security, and migration management.
The renewed commitment was made during high-level talks held in Dar es Salaam between Tanzania’s Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Dr Samwel Shelukindo, and the Acting U.S. Ambassador to Tanzania, Mr Andrew Lentz.
The bilateral discussions, held at the Ministry’s sub-office, focused on reinforcing cooperation in areas of shared interest and addressing evolving regional and global challenges through joint efforts.
Dr Shelukindo described the talks as “constructive and forward-looking,” noting that the partnership between the two countries continues to grow in both scope and depth.
“We value the strong and historic relationship between Tanzania and the United States, and we are committed to expanding our cooperation in ways that benefit both our peoples,” he said.
Mr Lentz echoed the sentiment, affirming the United States’ commitment to supporting Tanzania’s development and security priorities through sustained collaboration.
The meeting brought together senior government officials, including Permanent Secretaries from the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Home Affairs, the Commissioner General of Immigration, and top advisors from relevant sectors.
The United States is one of Tanzania’s key bilateral partners, supporting programmes in health, education, governance, and security.
The latest engagement signals a deepening of ties at a time when regional peace, mobility, and security remain high on both countries' agendas.