Mozambique and Tanzania have signed two cooperation agreements in Maputo with a focus on combating terrorisms and fighting crimes.

Mozambique is currently fighting Islamist militants in the gas rich northern Cabo Delgado region of the country.

The agreements were signed as part of a four day official visit that of Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan is making to Mozambique.

In addition to fighting jihadists, President Filipe Nyusi said the two countries were currently focused on the exploitation of hydro-carbons which form the building blocks of vital energy sources like coal and gas.

President Samia also highlighted the need for both countries to strengthen security because of the extensive common border they share together.