Défense : Pourquoi le Sénégal fait du spatial son nouveau bouclier sécuritaire
Faced with the rapidly evolving security threats, characterized by their complexity, transnational nature, and interconnectedness, Senegal is strengthening its capacity to define its own security and defense strategy. This Thursday, January 15th, the Joint Center for Defense and Security Studies (CHEDS) held its graduation ceremony for the 2024-2025 session and the official start of the 2025-2026 academic year at the Ex-Leclerc barracks. The ceremony was presided over by General Birame Diop, Minister of the Armed Forces.
It illustrates the importance given by the State of Senegal to the strategic training of senior managers called upon to design and implement public policies in the areas of defense, security and strategic governance.
In his address, the Minister of the Armed Forces, Birame Diop, commended the commitment and intellectual maturity of the graduating students. He emphasized that the training provided at CHEDS transcends the academic framework to prepare civilian and military leaders capable of anticipating crises, informing strategic decision-making, and contributing effectively to the design and implementation of public security policies. In a security environment marked by uncertainty and complexity, he reiterated that this expertise constitutes a major asset for Senegal.
“Our students are not just graduates; they are strategic thinkers capable of anticipating crises, informing public policy, and acting with discernment,” he stated. He emphasized the importance of space as a lever of sovereignty: “The monitoring of territories and maritime areas, the protection of critical infrastructure, and early warning are now integral parts of our national strategy.”
The ceremony was also marked by the inaugural lecture delivered by Professor Gayane Faye, coordinator of the SenSAT project and director of the applied remote sensing laboratory at Iba Der Thiam University of Thiès, on the theme: "Senegal's space policy: issues and perspectives".
The professor-researcher elaborated on this point, emphasizing the contribution of space to defense and security: “Today, we can no longer discuss security and defense without discussing space. It is an essential tool that informs decision-making and strengthens our technological sovereignty.” He welcomed the upcoming creation of a doctoral school at CHEDS, which will enable officers and security professionals to conduct research tailored to national challenges and strengthen the country's human capital.
In total, thirty-three (33) auditors received the Master's degree in National Security (MSN) and the Master's degree in Defence, Security and Peace.
This meeting highlighted the strategic importance of the space domain in security, development and national sovereignty.
By combining academic training, technological innovation, and operational responsibility, CHEDS transforms each graduate into a strategic player. Bridging terrestrial expertise and space perspectives, Senegal affirms its commitment to controlling its security and preparing its forces to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
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