The agreements were signed in New York on the sidelines of the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 81) by Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Olivier J.P. Nduhungirehe, and his Togolese counterpart, Prof. Robert Dussey.
The agreements include a Memorandum of Understanding on Political Consultations, a Memorandum of Understanding establishing a Joint Commission for Cooperation, and a Framework Agreement for Cooperation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation said the agreements will further strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries.
The new agreements build on growing Rwanda-Togo ties in areas including trade, transport, mobility and regional diplomacy.
In January 2026, Rwanda and Togo signed a reciprocal visa exemption agreement covering all passport categories. The deal was intended to facilitate movement between the two countries and support tourism and trade.
The two countries also have an air services framework dating back to 2018, providing a basis for air connectivity between Kigali and Lomé, including operations involving RwandAir and Togo-based ASKY Airlines.
Rwanda and Togo have exchanged technical expertise in transport, including public transport regulation, cashless payment systems and fleet management. Rwanda has also engaged with Togo on maritime logistics and port management through the Port of Lomé.
The two countries have maintained diplomatic engagement on regional peace and security, including issues concerning the Democratic Republic of Congo and the wider Great Lakes region.
Nduhungirehe is in New York for UNGA 81, where Prime Minister Justin Nsengiyumva is representing President Paul Kagame.
Nsengiyumva is scheduled to deliver Rwanda’s national statement on September 23. He is also expected to participate in high-level meetings, side events and bilateral engagements during the General Assembly.
The UNGA high-level General Debate runs from September 22 to 28 under the theme, “Restoring trust, managing transformation: A United Nations that delivers for all.”
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