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CAF Insider Buying This Week
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China calls for more int'l support for peace efforts in CAR
http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/1124298.shtml
Source:Xinhua Published: 2018/10/24 13:54:22
A Chinese envoy on Tuesday called on the international community to continue to help the government of the Central African Republic (CAR) with its efforts to build peace and stability.
The political process in the CAR has recently made progress while the security situation remains fragile. There are still challenges for the country to realize lasting peace and stability, said Wu Haitao, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations (UN).
China calls on the international community to continue to support the efforts by the CAR government to enhance national capacity building, and assist the government's efforts to maintain security and stability, deal with humanitarian situation and crises, and resolve the root causes of the conflict, he told the UN Security Council.
China urges parties in the CAR to put the interests of their country first and resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation, said Wu.
China calls for more int'l support for peace efforts in CAR
http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/1124298.shtml
Source:Xinhua Published: 2018/10/24 13:54:22
A Chinese envoy on Tuesday called on the international community to continue to help the government of the Central African Republic (CAR) with its efforts to build peace and stability.
The political process in the CAR has recently made progress while the security situation remains fragile. There are still challenges for the country to realize lasting peace and stability, said Wu Haitao, China's deputy permanent representative to the United Nations (UN).
China calls on the international community to continue to support the efforts by the CAR government to enhance national capacity building, and assist the government's efforts to maintain security and stability, deal with humanitarian situation and crises, and resolve the root causes of the conflict, he told the UN Security Council.
China urges parties in the CAR to put the interests of their country first and resolve their differences through dialogue and consultation, said Wu.
CAR President Mentions Investment At World Investment Forum
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October 24th 2018
But stable regulatory and fiscal regimes are a precondition of attracting such investment, said leaders from Armenia, Botswana, Central African Republic and Lesotho
Open for business
Armen Sarkissian, President of the Republic of Armenia, said that his country had the most-advanced information technology sector in the countries of the former Soviet Union. It deserved to be “rediscovered” as a “core component” of the trade routes of the Silk Road, and had recently changed governments in a popular but peaceful revolution, he said. The country was a small but vital bridge between Eurasia and Europe and benefitted from its immense diaspora spread around the globe.
Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi, President of the Republic of Botswana, said the new industrial agenda presented challenges to developing countries such as his. Governments needed to attract investment into digital infrastructure by updating their policy and regulatory regimes, he said. The so-called “demographic dividend” of an increase in the number of young Africans was an opportunity to seize concerning the new industrial agenda, he said.
With the proactive involvement of multilateral institutions, President Masisi said, “the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals is not as far-fetched as we might imagine”.
Faustin-Archange Touadéra, President of the Central African Republic, said the new industrial agenda was a technological agenda and one that was central to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Speaking on behalf of his country, he said that half of the citizens of the Central African Republic needed not just development aid but humanitarian aid, following a period of crisis.
However, the Central African Republic was ripe for investment, particularly in agriculture and fisheries, thanks to a favourable climate and geography. Investors could help, for example, with the development of the Oubangui river to help build better connections to neighbouring economies, President Touadéra said.
Motsoahae Thomas Thabane, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Lesotho, said his country was “open for business” and enhancing its institutional and regulatory frameworks to make it easy to invest there.
“As a landlocked country, investment is not an option but a must for sustainable economic growth,” he said.
CAR President Mentions Investment At World Investment Forum
https://unctad.org/en/pages/newsdetails.aspx?OriginalVersionID=1895
Highlights from article:
October 24th 2018
But stable regulatory and fiscal regimes are a precondition of attracting such investment, said leaders from Armenia, Botswana, Central African Republic and Lesotho
Open for business
Armen Sarkissian, President of the Republic of Armenia, said that his country had the most-advanced information technology sector in the countries of the former Soviet Union. It deserved to be “rediscovered” as a “core component” of the trade routes of the Silk Road, and had recently changed governments in a popular but peaceful revolution, he said. The country was a small but vital bridge between Eurasia and Europe and benefitted from its immense diaspora spread around the globe.
Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi, President of the Republic of Botswana, said the new industrial agenda presented challenges to developing countries such as his. Governments needed to attract investment into digital infrastructure by updating their policy and regulatory regimes, he said. The so-called “demographic dividend” of an increase in the number of young Africans was an opportunity to seize concerning the new industrial agenda, he said.
With the proactive involvement of multilateral institutions, President Masisi said, “the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals is not as far-fetched as we might imagine”.
Faustin-Archange Touadéra, President of the Central African Republic, said the new industrial agenda was a technological agenda and one that was central to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. Speaking on behalf of his country, he said that half of the citizens of the Central African Republic needed not just development aid but humanitarian aid, following a period of crisis.
However, the Central African Republic was ripe for investment, particularly in agriculture and fisheries, thanks to a favourable climate and geography. Investors could help, for example, with the development of the Oubangui river to help build better connections to neighbouring economies, President Touadéra said.
Motsoahae Thomas Thabane, Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Lesotho, said his country was “open for business” and enhancing its institutional and regulatory frameworks to make it easy to invest there.
“As a landlocked country, investment is not an option but a must for sustainable economic growth,” he said.
African Union - European Union relations: joint consultative meeting on peace and security
https://reliefweb.int/report/world/african-union-european-union-relations-joint-consultative-meeting-peace-and-security
11th Annual Joint Consultative Meeting of the Political and Security Committee of the European Union and of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union
Brussels, Belgium
23 October 2018
On 23 October 2018, the European Union (EU) Political and Security Committee (EU PSC) and the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (AU PSC) held their **11th Annual Joint Consultative Meeting **in Brussels, Belgium as part of their regular dialogue within the framework of the AU – EU partnership. The meeting was co-chaired by Ambassador Sofie From-Emmesberger, Permanent Chair of the EU PSC and H.E. Ambassador Lazare Makayat Safouesse (Republic of Congo), Chairperson of the AU PSC for the month of October 2018. The Joint Meeting brought together Ambassadors of EU Member States and AU PSC Member States, as well as Senior Officials from the EU External Action Service and Commission, and from the AU Commission.
The Joint Consultative Meeting was preceded by the 4th Joint Retreat of the EU PSC and the AU PSC, held on 22 October 2018, which provided the opportunity for an informal exchange of views on enhanced cooperation on aspects discussed in multilateral fora and sustainable financing of AU-led peace operations authorized by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and on cooperation on conflict prevention and mediation, on following up on the outcome of the 5th AU-EU-Summit in Abidjan in November 2017, the implementation of the AU-EU Memorandum of Understanding on Peace, Security and Governance signed in May 2018.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC underlined the importance of effective multilateralism and the rules-based international order with the United Nations at its core. They acknowledged the importance of strengthened AU-EU-UN cooperation and invited further reflection on how to follow-up on the high-level meeting of AU-EU-UN principals which took place in September, in the margins of the UN General Assembly.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC acknowledged the importance to translate their political cooperation in the area of conflict prevention into concrete initiatives such as joint field visits, joint sessions, developing shared understanding and analysis on crisis situations, as well as investigate avenues for joint early action. They underlined the important role of women and youth as active players in conflict prevention and mediation.
The discussion during the Joint Consultative Meeting focused on progress made on resolving conflict/crisis situations and threats to peace and stability in the Mali/Sahel, the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South Sudan, Somalia and Burundi.
On the situation in Mali and the Sahel, the EU PSC and the AU PSC welcomed the peaceful holding of the presidential elections in Mali which took place on 29 July and 12 August 2018 and called upon all Malian stakeholders to work together to promote sustainable and inclusive peace and development in their country. The EU PSC and AU PSC noted the renewed commitment of the Malian signatory parties to accelerate the implementation of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali signed in 2015 as demonstrated by the signature of a Pact for Peace between Mali and the United Nations on 15 October 2018. However, they expressed concern over the slow implementation of the Agreement, in particular provisions relating to institutional measures, security arrangement and the development for the northern part of the country. They recalled the importance of the Agreement to achieve lasting peace and reconciliation in Mali. In particular, they stressed the need for concrete and urgent progress in the areas of Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) of former combatants in order to restore security to the northern region, facilitate the work of the interim authorities and allow for local development, as well as for the return of refugees and displaced persons. They commended the key role of Algeria in supporting the peace process in Mali as Head of the Mediation efforts and as Chair of the Comité de Suivi (CSA), and called for more inclusivity of women and civil society organizations in its implementation. They urged the Malian authorities to work towards a large political and social consensus with a view to undertaking the necessary reforms to tackle Mali's main institutional, security and development challenges, in order to improve the livelihoods of all its citizens, and re-affirmed their willingness to support the Malian Government in these efforts.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC expressed deep concern over the continued extension of terrorist attacks in the Sahel region, spilling over from northern Mali to the centre part of the country and into neighboring countries, and expressed particular concern over the deteriorating security situation in Burkina Faso. They strongly condemned the terrorist attacks against the civilian populations, the armed and security forces of Mali, the countries of the region, and the international forces of the UN Multidimensional Integrated Mission for Stabilization in Mali (MINUSMA) and Operation Barkhane. They reiterated their support to MINUSMA and called for further means and capabilities for the Mission so it can deliver its mandate in a safe manner. They also welcomed the role played by the troop contributing countries and paid tribute to those troops who have paid the ultimate sacrifice and those who sustained injuries in the promotion of peace, security, stability and reconciliation in Mali. They also recalled the framework allowing MINUSMA to provide logistic support to the G5 Joint Force and called for the swift disbursement of the funds dedicated to it under the African Peace Facility. They also noted the call by the UN Secretary General in April 2018 for the use of the UN assessed contributions and welcomed the progress made and the commitment to progress rapidly in the implementation of a human rights and international humanitarian law compliance framework for Africa peace support operations. They further welcomed the ongoing efforts by the AU to re-energize the Nouakchott Process in the context of the review process of the AU Strategy for the Sahel region.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC reaffirmed their partnership in support of regional security and development in the Sahel, as well as the cooperation on the ground between the EU Special Representative for the Sahel and the AU High Representative for Mali/Sahel. They saluted the contribution to the stability of the Sahel region made by the EU Training Mission (EUTM) Mali and EU Capacity Building Missions (EUCAP) Sahel Mali and Niger.
They commended efforts by the G5 Sahel and ECOWAS to reinforce regional cooperation to address the threats of terrorism and organized crime. They welcomed the progress made by the G5 Sahel countries towards the full operational capacity of a Joint Force to combat terrorism, transnational organized crime and all trafficking in the region under the mandate of the AU PSC and with strong EU support. They re-affirmed their commitment to support the G5 Sahel priorities, in particular to successfully implement the UN Security Council resolution 2391 that also needs to be sustained in the longer term. In this regard, they stressed the need to further mobilize political support from regional and international actors to follow up on the pledges made during the High Level Conference on the Sahel that was held in Brussels on the 23 February 2018. They further stressed the need for international support for the successful convening of the Conference on the G5 Programme d'Investissements Prioritaires in Nouakchott on 6 December 2018. In this regard, they underlined the need for the Conference to contribute for greater ownership by countries of the region. They stressed the importance of the full operationalization of the fiduciary fund set up by the G5 Sahel.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC noted the progress made in the Central African Republic (CAR) in the search of lasting solutions to the crisis in the country. They welcomed and reaffirmed their support to the AU sustained efforts through the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation in CAR, with the support of the countries of the region, through the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), Cameroon, Gabon, Republic of Congo, DRC, Sudan and Chad. They urged all stakeholders in the Initiative to participate actively in the implementation of the Roadmap adopted in Libreville, on 17 July 2017. In this regard, they took note with appreciation of the work done by the Facilitation Panel, which, on 31 August 2018, handed over to the President of the CAR, Faustin-Archange Touadera, the list of grievances and demands expressed by the 14 armed groups of the CAR following extensive consultations with these groups in recent months. They acknowledged the African Initiative as the only viable framework for the promotion of lasting peace, security and stability in the CAR. They called on all CAR stakeholders, the UN, notably through CAR country specific configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PCB), chaired by the Kingdom of Morocco, the EU and other partners to assist the country in full coordination. They reiterated the need for an inclusive engagement of all CAR institutions and civil society actors, including women's groups, to allow for sustainable national healing and reconciliation in the country. ** They welcomed the inauguration of the Special Criminal Court (CPS) as an important step towards combating impunity and fostering peace, justice and reconciliation in CAR. **
They re-affirmed their support to President Touadera and his Government in their ongoing efforts towards a comprehensive political solution, including justice and reconciliation, essential to allow for stability, peace and development in the country. They called on the CAR leadership to prioritize joint work on the strengthening of democratic State institutions and of the Rule of law, on the reform of the security sector and on transitional justice, on good governance, as well as on the delivery of social services to the population, including security. They condemned the prevailing structural violence by armed groups against people from all walks of life, including women and children, humanitarian actors and security forces. In this regard, they urged the CAR Government to continue to provide protection, particularly to vulnerable groups and facilitate the work of humanitarian aid agencies.
They strongly condemned the destabilizing activities of the armed groups, as well as targeted attacks against civilians and the troops of the UN Multidimensional Integrated Mission for Stabilization in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and reiterated their support to MINUSCA and to reinforcing the mission. They called upon all armed groups in the CAR to cease hostilities and to commit themselves resolutely to the DDR programmes and the pacification process of the country. They commended the EU and AU for their assistance to efforts being deployed by the CAR authorities to restore peace and rebuild their country, notably through the EU military training mission (EUTM RCA), and underlined that all actors engaged in this context need to closely coordinate their respective activities in full transparency. They acknowledged the support provided by the EU to the Government of the CAR in supporting the security sector reforms, including the provision of strategic advice to the Internal Security Forces through EUTM RCA following the request by CAR for additional assistance to the Internal Security Forces.
They expressed deep concern over the prevailing security and humanitarian situation in the CAR and called upon the international community to extend financial and other necessary forms of support to alleviate the humanitarian situation, as well as with and to fulfil the pledges made in May 2016 donors’ conference held in Brussels, Belgium. They stressed the need for close coordination of efforts by members of the international community.
On South Sudan, the EU PSC and the AU PSC commended the progress made in the search for a lasting solution to the conflict in the Republic South Sudan and welcomed the signing, on 12 September 2018, in Addis Ababa, of the "Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution to the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan" (R-ARCSS) as a step forward towards the pursuit of an effective peace process. They commended the efforts deployed by the South Sudanese parties and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and its member states to reach this result. They stressed that the successful implementation of the R-ARCSS would require the commitment of all parties and, in this regard, they urged them to do their part in building confidence with each other and with the international community. The EU PSC and the AU PSC called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and disengagement of forces throughout the country. They encouraged the IGAD to remain actively engaged and to work closely with the AU to ensure that the parties to the Revitalized Agreement honour their commitments and that spoilers are held accountable for their actions.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC expressed deep concern over the prevailing humanitarian crisis in the country and commended the countries of the region which continue to host large number of South Sudanese refugees, as well as the humanitarian actors who have continued to provide assistance in the most difficult conditions. In this respect, they called on the South Sudanese parties to ensure unimpeded humanitarian access throughout the country. Furthermore, they reiterated the need for the establishment of the Hybrid Court of South Sudan, the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing, and the Compensation and Reparations Authority, as provided for by the R-ARCSS. They called for the international community to stand ready to support the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement.
The AU PSC and EU PSC welcomed the commitment of the South Sudanese parties to give due consideration to national diversity, gender and regional representation in selecting their nominees to the various mechanisms outlined in the Revitalized Agreement. Therefore, they encouraged the Transitional Government of National Unity of South Sudan to ensure that the provisions of the Transitional Constitution of the Republic of South Sudan and the R-ACRSS on the 35% participation of the women in the Executive are adhered to.
The EU PSC and AU PSC welcomed the rapprochement between Ethiopia and Eritrea, including the Joint Declaration of Peace and Friendship of 9 July 2018 and the commitment to comprehensive cooperation made between Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia and Djibouti. This provides new openings for regional cooperation on peace and security and economic integration.
On Somalia, in particular, the EU PSC and the AU PSC noted the recent positive regional developments in the Horn of Africa that will potentially have a positive impact on Somalia and the region as a whole. They welcomed the recent Somalia Partnership Forum, convened in Brussels on 16-17 July 2018 and, noting the progress, encouraged the country to positively move forward on political, security and economic reform efforts. They underlined the importance of the Federal Government of Somalia and the Federal Member States working closely together in order to make continued progress in the country’s peace- and state building process. They stressed that the domestic situation in Somalia still remains fragile as evidenced by the continued security threats being posed by Al Shaabab. In this regard, they stressed the importance of sustained international support to the Government of Somalia and the AMISOM. They commended the AMISOM and the troop and police contributing countries for their contribution towards peace and stability in Somalia, which is critical for the progress in Somali state formation. The EU PSC and the AU PSC congratulated the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) for the adoption of the Somali Transition Plan, which is internationally recognized and reiterated in UNSCR 2431 [2018]. They stressed the need to ensure that any security transition is in line with the Transition Plan, and emphasised the need for a reconfigured AMISOM to move towards the gradual handover of security responsibility to the country’s security institutions who progressively will need to take over responsibility for Somalia's own security, bearing in mind the need to avoid any security vacuum that may undermine the gains made so far. The EU and AU PSC called on the FGS, together with the Federal Member States, to pursue the reform of the security sector, with particular emphasis on the integration of forces and to increase transparency through greater engagement with partners of security, notably through the establishment of an improved coordination mechanism ("Fusion Cell"). The EU PSC and the AU PSC further emphasized the need for timely, predictable and sustainable financial support to deliver a phased and conditions based transition, including from UN assessed contributions to AMISOM and support to Somali security institutions during the transition phase. The AU PSC commended the longstanding and continued support provided by the EU to AMISOM and emphasized the importance of international burden-sharing in a joint and transparent effort. They saluted the contribution to the stability in Somalia made by the AMISOM and the EU Training Mission (EUTM) Somalia, the EU Capacity Building Missions (EUCAP) Somalia, as well as through the EU Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Somalia, Operation Atalanta. They also emphasized on the need for enhanced support to the Somali National Army, with a view to preparing the SNA to gradually take over the security responsibilities from AMISOM.
The EU PSC and AU PSC affirmed their commitment to continue to follow the evolution of the situation in Burundi. They welcomed the announcement by President Pierre Nkurunziza, in May 2018, that he will not stand as a presidential candidate in the upcoming elections. The AU PSC and EU PSC further looked forward to the resumption of the inter-Burundian Dialogue which is scheduled to take place soon in Arusha, and urged all stakeholders to extend their full cooperation to the Mediator and the Facilitation team. They stressed that the only viable way forward for Burundi is finding a political solution through an inclusive inter-Burundian dialogue. They encouraged all actors to engage in the process in good faith and to make progress, especially in view of the 2020 elections and of the socio-economic situation in the country. They underlined that the support of the region for the inter-Burundian dialogue remains crucial and they expressed appreciation for the mediation and facilitation undertaken by the East African Community. They urged Burundians to respect the letter and spirit of the 2000 Arusha Agreement which is credited for promoting peace in the country and the region. The EU PSC and AU PSC took note of the adoption, on 28 September 2018, of a resolution which extends the mandate of the UN Commission of Inquiry for another year. They encouraged Burundi to cooperate with international human rights mechanisms and especially to sign a memorandum of understanding in view of the mission of the African Union Human Rights Observers and Military experts Mission in Burundi. They urged Burundi to ensure that all stakeholders providing support for the Burundi population can continue their work.
The AU PSC reiterated its appeal to the EU to lift the suspension of aid through the government imposed on Burundi, although recognising the continued important direct EU support to the population, with a view to facilitating socio-economic recovery in the country.
On the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the EU PSC and the AU PSC reaffirmed their commitment to lasting peace, security and stability in the DRC and the Great Lakes region as a whole.
They welcomed the decision of President Kabila to comply with the Constitution of the country, by not standing as a presidential candidate in the upcoming elections, and paving the way for a democratic and peaceful transition in the DRC. In this context, they stressed the importance for the DRC authorities to ensure that the elections are held on 23 December 2018 consistent with the 31 December 2016 Political Agreement, in order to achieve inclusive, transparent, credible and peaceful elections. Furthermore, the EU PSC and the AU PSC welcomed the visit of the UN Security council in October 2018 and expressed support for the role of the United Nations in facilitating the successful organization of the electoral process, at the request of the Government of the DRC, in line with the relevant provisions of UNSC Resolution 2409.
Bearing in mind the renewed security threats that may exacerbate the risks of the Ebola outbreak in the Eastern provinces of the DRC, the EU PSC and the AU PSC appealed the World Health Organisation to further strengthen and intensify its efforts towards the prevention of further Ebola outbreak and its outspreading . They further appealed for necessary financial and logistical support from the lager international community to the efforts being deployed by the DRC authorities, including for much wider humanitarian needs which remain severely underfunded. They further called for close collaboration between United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) in the fight against armed groups and negative forces, in particular the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), for which a strong regional response and coordination is necessary through renewed commitment to the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the DRC and the Region, signed on 24 February 2013, in Addis Ababa.
The meeting was also briefed by the EU side on cooperation with the Western Balkans.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC agreed to meet again in 2019 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and further agreed to explore the possibility of undertaking a new joint field visit.
African Union - European Union relations: joint consultative meeting on peace and security
https://reliefweb.int/report/world/african-union-european-union-relations-joint-consultative-meeting-peace-and-security
11th Annual Joint Consultative Meeting of the Political and Security Committee of the European Union and of the Peace and Security Council of the African Union
Brussels, Belgium
23 October 2018
On 23 October 2018, the European Union (EU) Political and Security Committee (EU PSC) and the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council (AU PSC) held their **11th Annual Joint Consultative Meeting **in Brussels, Belgium as part of their regular dialogue within the framework of the AU – EU partnership. The meeting was co-chaired by Ambassador Sofie From-Emmesberger, Permanent Chair of the EU PSC and H.E. Ambassador Lazare Makayat Safouesse (Republic of Congo), Chairperson of the AU PSC for the month of October 2018. The Joint Meeting brought together Ambassadors of EU Member States and AU PSC Member States, as well as Senior Officials from the EU External Action Service and Commission, and from the AU Commission.
The Joint Consultative Meeting was preceded by the 4th Joint Retreat of the EU PSC and the AU PSC, held on 22 October 2018, which provided the opportunity for an informal exchange of views on enhanced cooperation on aspects discussed in multilateral fora and sustainable financing of AU-led peace operations authorized by the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) and on cooperation on conflict prevention and mediation, on following up on the outcome of the 5th AU-EU-Summit in Abidjan in November 2017, the implementation of the AU-EU Memorandum of Understanding on Peace, Security and Governance signed in May 2018.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC underlined the importance of effective multilateralism and the rules-based international order with the United Nations at its core. They acknowledged the importance of strengthened AU-EU-UN cooperation and invited further reflection on how to follow-up on the high-level meeting of AU-EU-UN principals which took place in September, in the margins of the UN General Assembly.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC acknowledged the importance to translate their political cooperation in the area of conflict prevention into concrete initiatives such as joint field visits, joint sessions, developing shared understanding and analysis on crisis situations, as well as investigate avenues for joint early action. They underlined the important role of women and youth as active players in conflict prevention and mediation.
The discussion during the Joint Consultative Meeting focused on progress made on resolving conflict/crisis situations and threats to peace and stability in the Mali/Sahel, the Central African Republic (CAR), the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), South Sudan, Somalia and Burundi.
On the situation in Mali and the Sahel, the EU PSC and the AU PSC welcomed the peaceful holding of the presidential elections in Mali which took place on 29 July and 12 August 2018 and called upon all Malian stakeholders to work together to promote sustainable and inclusive peace and development in their country. The EU PSC and AU PSC noted the renewed commitment of the Malian signatory parties to accelerate the implementation of the Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation in Mali signed in 2015 as demonstrated by the signature of a Pact for Peace between Mali and the United Nations on 15 October 2018. However, they expressed concern over the slow implementation of the Agreement, in particular provisions relating to institutional measures, security arrangement and the development for the northern part of the country. They recalled the importance of the Agreement to achieve lasting peace and reconciliation in Mali. In particular, they stressed the need for concrete and urgent progress in the areas of Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) of former combatants in order to restore security to the northern region, facilitate the work of the interim authorities and allow for local development, as well as for the return of refugees and displaced persons. They commended the key role of Algeria in supporting the peace process in Mali as Head of the Mediation efforts and as Chair of the Comité de Suivi (CSA), and called for more inclusivity of women and civil society organizations in its implementation. They urged the Malian authorities to work towards a large political and social consensus with a view to undertaking the necessary reforms to tackle Mali's main institutional, security and development challenges, in order to improve the livelihoods of all its citizens, and re-affirmed their willingness to support the Malian Government in these efforts.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC expressed deep concern over the continued extension of terrorist attacks in the Sahel region, spilling over from northern Mali to the centre part of the country and into neighboring countries, and expressed particular concern over the deteriorating security situation in Burkina Faso. They strongly condemned the terrorist attacks against the civilian populations, the armed and security forces of Mali, the countries of the region, and the international forces of the UN Multidimensional Integrated Mission for Stabilization in Mali (MINUSMA) and Operation Barkhane. They reiterated their support to MINUSMA and called for further means and capabilities for the Mission so it can deliver its mandate in a safe manner. They also welcomed the role played by the troop contributing countries and paid tribute to those troops who have paid the ultimate sacrifice and those who sustained injuries in the promotion of peace, security, stability and reconciliation in Mali. They also recalled the framework allowing MINUSMA to provide logistic support to the G5 Joint Force and called for the swift disbursement of the funds dedicated to it under the African Peace Facility. They also noted the call by the UN Secretary General in April 2018 for the use of the UN assessed contributions and welcomed the progress made and the commitment to progress rapidly in the implementation of a human rights and international humanitarian law compliance framework for Africa peace support operations. They further welcomed the ongoing efforts by the AU to re-energize the Nouakchott Process in the context of the review process of the AU Strategy for the Sahel region.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC reaffirmed their partnership in support of regional security and development in the Sahel, as well as the cooperation on the ground between the EU Special Representative for the Sahel and the AU High Representative for Mali/Sahel. They saluted the contribution to the stability of the Sahel region made by the EU Training Mission (EUTM) Mali and EU Capacity Building Missions (EUCAP) Sahel Mali and Niger.
They commended efforts by the G5 Sahel and ECOWAS to reinforce regional cooperation to address the threats of terrorism and organized crime. They welcomed the progress made by the G5 Sahel countries towards the full operational capacity of a Joint Force to combat terrorism, transnational organized crime and all trafficking in the region under the mandate of the AU PSC and with strong EU support. They re-affirmed their commitment to support the G5 Sahel priorities, in particular to successfully implement the UN Security Council resolution 2391 that also needs to be sustained in the longer term. In this regard, they stressed the need to further mobilize political support from regional and international actors to follow up on the pledges made during the High Level Conference on the Sahel that was held in Brussels on the 23 February 2018. They further stressed the need for international support for the successful convening of the Conference on the G5 Programme d'Investissements Prioritaires in Nouakchott on 6 December 2018. In this regard, they underlined the need for the Conference to contribute for greater ownership by countries of the region. They stressed the importance of the full operationalization of the fiduciary fund set up by the G5 Sahel.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC noted the progress made in the Central African Republic (CAR) in the search of lasting solutions to the crisis in the country. They welcomed and reaffirmed their support to the AU sustained efforts through the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation in CAR, with the support of the countries of the region, through the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS), the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region (ICGLR), Cameroon, Gabon, Republic of Congo, DRC, Sudan and Chad. They urged all stakeholders in the Initiative to participate actively in the implementation of the Roadmap adopted in Libreville, on 17 July 2017. In this regard, they took note with appreciation of the work done by the Facilitation Panel, which, on 31 August 2018, handed over to the President of the CAR, Faustin-Archange Touadera, the list of grievances and demands expressed by the 14 armed groups of the CAR following extensive consultations with these groups in recent months. They acknowledged the African Initiative as the only viable framework for the promotion of lasting peace, security and stability in the CAR. They called on all CAR stakeholders, the UN, notably through CAR country specific configuration of the Peacebuilding Commission (PCB), chaired by the Kingdom of Morocco, the EU and other partners to assist the country in full coordination. They reiterated the need for an inclusive engagement of all CAR institutions and civil society actors, including women's groups, to allow for sustainable national healing and reconciliation in the country. ** They welcomed the inauguration of the Special Criminal Court (CPS) as an important step towards combating impunity and fostering peace, justice and reconciliation in CAR. **
They re-affirmed their support to President Touadera and his Government in their ongoing efforts towards a comprehensive political solution, including justice and reconciliation, essential to allow for stability, peace and development in the country. They called on the CAR leadership to prioritize joint work on the strengthening of democratic State institutions and of the Rule of law, on the reform of the security sector and on transitional justice, on good governance, as well as on the delivery of social services to the population, including security. They condemned the prevailing structural violence by armed groups against people from all walks of life, including women and children, humanitarian actors and security forces. In this regard, they urged the CAR Government to continue to provide protection, particularly to vulnerable groups and facilitate the work of humanitarian aid agencies.
They strongly condemned the destabilizing activities of the armed groups, as well as targeted attacks against civilians and the troops of the UN Multidimensional Integrated Mission for Stabilization in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and reiterated their support to MINUSCA and to reinforcing the mission. They called upon all armed groups in the CAR to cease hostilities and to commit themselves resolutely to the DDR programmes and the pacification process of the country. They commended the EU and AU for their assistance to efforts being deployed by the CAR authorities to restore peace and rebuild their country, notably through the EU military training mission (EUTM RCA), and underlined that all actors engaged in this context need to closely coordinate their respective activities in full transparency. They acknowledged the support provided by the EU to the Government of the CAR in supporting the security sector reforms, including the provision of strategic advice to the Internal Security Forces through EUTM RCA following the request by CAR for additional assistance to the Internal Security Forces.
They expressed deep concern over the prevailing security and humanitarian situation in the CAR and called upon the international community to extend financial and other necessary forms of support to alleviate the humanitarian situation, as well as with and to fulfil the pledges made in May 2016 donors’ conference held in Brussels, Belgium. They stressed the need for close coordination of efforts by members of the international community.
On South Sudan, the EU PSC and the AU PSC commended the progress made in the search for a lasting solution to the conflict in the Republic South Sudan and welcomed the signing, on 12 September 2018, in Addis Ababa, of the "Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution to the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan" (R-ARCSS) as a step forward towards the pursuit of an effective peace process. They commended the efforts deployed by the South Sudanese parties and the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) and its member states to reach this result. They stressed that the successful implementation of the R-ARCSS would require the commitment of all parties and, in this regard, they urged them to do their part in building confidence with each other and with the international community. The EU PSC and the AU PSC called for an immediate cessation of hostilities and disengagement of forces throughout the country. They encouraged the IGAD to remain actively engaged and to work closely with the AU to ensure that the parties to the Revitalized Agreement honour their commitments and that spoilers are held accountable for their actions.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC expressed deep concern over the prevailing humanitarian crisis in the country and commended the countries of the region which continue to host large number of South Sudanese refugees, as well as the humanitarian actors who have continued to provide assistance in the most difficult conditions. In this respect, they called on the South Sudanese parties to ensure unimpeded humanitarian access throughout the country. Furthermore, they reiterated the need for the establishment of the Hybrid Court of South Sudan, the Commission for Truth, Reconciliation and Healing, and the Compensation and Reparations Authority, as provided for by the R-ARCSS. They called for the international community to stand ready to support the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement.
The AU PSC and EU PSC welcomed the commitment of the South Sudanese parties to give due consideration to national diversity, gender and regional representation in selecting their nominees to the various mechanisms outlined in the Revitalized Agreement. Therefore, they encouraged the Transitional Government of National Unity of South Sudan to ensure that the provisions of the Transitional Constitution of the Republic of South Sudan and the R-ACRSS on the 35% participation of the women in the Executive are adhered to.
The EU PSC and AU PSC welcomed the rapprochement between Ethiopia and Eritrea, including the Joint Declaration of Peace and Friendship of 9 July 2018 and the commitment to comprehensive cooperation made between Eritrea, Ethiopia, Somalia and Djibouti. This provides new openings for regional cooperation on peace and security and economic integration.
On Somalia, in particular, the EU PSC and the AU PSC noted the recent positive regional developments in the Horn of Africa that will potentially have a positive impact on Somalia and the region as a whole. They welcomed the recent Somalia Partnership Forum, convened in Brussels on 16-17 July 2018 and, noting the progress, encouraged the country to positively move forward on political, security and economic reform efforts. They underlined the importance of the Federal Government of Somalia and the Federal Member States working closely together in order to make continued progress in the country’s peace- and state building process. They stressed that the domestic situation in Somalia still remains fragile as evidenced by the continued security threats being posed by Al Shaabab. In this regard, they stressed the importance of sustained international support to the Government of Somalia and the AMISOM. They commended the AMISOM and the troop and police contributing countries for their contribution towards peace and stability in Somalia, which is critical for the progress in Somali state formation. The EU PSC and the AU PSC congratulated the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) for the adoption of the Somali Transition Plan, which is internationally recognized and reiterated in UNSCR 2431 [2018]. They stressed the need to ensure that any security transition is in line with the Transition Plan, and emphasised the need for a reconfigured AMISOM to move towards the gradual handover of security responsibility to the country’s security institutions who progressively will need to take over responsibility for Somalia's own security, bearing in mind the need to avoid any security vacuum that may undermine the gains made so far. The EU and AU PSC called on the FGS, together with the Federal Member States, to pursue the reform of the security sector, with particular emphasis on the integration of forces and to increase transparency through greater engagement with partners of security, notably through the establishment of an improved coordination mechanism ("Fusion Cell"). The EU PSC and the AU PSC further emphasized the need for timely, predictable and sustainable financial support to deliver a phased and conditions based transition, including from UN assessed contributions to AMISOM and support to Somali security institutions during the transition phase. The AU PSC commended the longstanding and continued support provided by the EU to AMISOM and emphasized the importance of international burden-sharing in a joint and transparent effort. They saluted the contribution to the stability in Somalia made by the AMISOM and the EU Training Mission (EUTM) Somalia, the EU Capacity Building Missions (EUCAP) Somalia, as well as through the EU Naval Force (EUNAVFOR) Somalia, Operation Atalanta. They also emphasized on the need for enhanced support to the Somali National Army, with a view to preparing the SNA to gradually take over the security responsibilities from AMISOM.
The EU PSC and AU PSC affirmed their commitment to continue to follow the evolution of the situation in Burundi. They welcomed the announcement by President Pierre Nkurunziza, in May 2018, that he will not stand as a presidential candidate in the upcoming elections. The AU PSC and EU PSC further looked forward to the resumption of the inter-Burundian Dialogue which is scheduled to take place soon in Arusha, and urged all stakeholders to extend their full cooperation to the Mediator and the Facilitation team. They stressed that the only viable way forward for Burundi is finding a political solution through an inclusive inter-Burundian dialogue. They encouraged all actors to engage in the process in good faith and to make progress, especially in view of the 2020 elections and of the socio-economic situation in the country. They underlined that the support of the region for the inter-Burundian dialogue remains crucial and they expressed appreciation for the mediation and facilitation undertaken by the East African Community. They urged Burundians to respect the letter and spirit of the 2000 Arusha Agreement which is credited for promoting peace in the country and the region. The EU PSC and AU PSC took note of the adoption, on 28 September 2018, of a resolution which extends the mandate of the UN Commission of Inquiry for another year. They encouraged Burundi to cooperate with international human rights mechanisms and especially to sign a memorandum of understanding in view of the mission of the African Union Human Rights Observers and Military experts Mission in Burundi. They urged Burundi to ensure that all stakeholders providing support for the Burundi population can continue their work.
The AU PSC reiterated its appeal to the EU to lift the suspension of aid through the government imposed on Burundi, although recognising the continued important direct EU support to the population, with a view to facilitating socio-economic recovery in the country.
On the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the EU PSC and the AU PSC reaffirmed their commitment to lasting peace, security and stability in the DRC and the Great Lakes region as a whole.
They welcomed the decision of President Kabila to comply with the Constitution of the country, by not standing as a presidential candidate in the upcoming elections, and paving the way for a democratic and peaceful transition in the DRC. In this context, they stressed the importance for the DRC authorities to ensure that the elections are held on 23 December 2018 consistent with the 31 December 2016 Political Agreement, in order to achieve inclusive, transparent, credible and peaceful elections. Furthermore, the EU PSC and the AU PSC welcomed the visit of the UN Security council in October 2018 and expressed support for the role of the United Nations in facilitating the successful organization of the electoral process, at the request of the Government of the DRC, in line with the relevant provisions of UNSC Resolution 2409.
Bearing in mind the renewed security threats that may exacerbate the risks of the Ebola outbreak in the Eastern provinces of the DRC, the EU PSC and the AU PSC appealed the World Health Organisation to further strengthen and intensify its efforts towards the prevention of further Ebola outbreak and its outspreading . They further appealed for necessary financial and logistical support from the lager international community to the efforts being deployed by the DRC authorities, including for much wider humanitarian needs which remain severely underfunded. They further called for close collaboration between United Nations Organization Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO) and the Armed Forces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (FARDC) in the fight against armed groups and negative forces, in particular the Allied Democratic Forces (ADF), for which a strong regional response and coordination is necessary through renewed commitment to the Peace, Security and Cooperation Framework for the DRC and the Region, signed on 24 February 2013, in Addis Ababa.
The meeting was also briefed by the EU side on cooperation with the Western Balkans.
The EU PSC and the AU PSC agreed to meet again in 2019 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and further agreed to explore the possibility of undertaking a new joint field visit.
Durable peace in Central African Republic achievable
http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-10/24/c_137553383.htm
Source: Xinhua| 2018-10-24 04:13:16|Editor: yan
UNITED NATIONS, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- A durable peace in the Central African Republic (CAR) is achievable with the action of Central Africans and with the help of the international community, said the top UN envoy in the country on Tuesday.
"Despite the persistent challenges, I am hopeful that we have now established the necessary foundations on which a durable peace can be built," Parfait Onanga-Anyanga told the Security Council.
Such an objective is indeed achievable provided that the region and the international community remain in solidarity with the collective support for the government and people of the CAR, said the envoy, who is also head of the UN peacekeeping mission in the country.
The general security situation has been brought under control. Democratic elections have been held and constitutional order has been restored. State authority is re-establishing itself in Bangui and beyond, he said.
But he warned that the country still faces many challenges.
Conflict factors remain and attacks against civilians continue, resulting in massive displacement of the population. Half of the country still needs humanitarian assistance, and the provision of such assistance is becoming increasingly difficult, partly because of the violent attacks on peacekeepers and aid workers, said Onanga-Anyanga.
Together with the Central Africans, the international community must help move the country from a phase of containment to one of transformation, where the dividends of peace can be felt by all communities and all citizens, he said.
The CAR has been in civil war since 2012, which is being fought along religious and ethnic lines, primarily between Christian anti-Balaka militia and Muslim Seleka groups.
Durable peace in Central African Republic achievable
http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/2018-10/24/c_137553383.htm
Source: Xinhua| 2018-10-24 04:13:16|Editor: yan
UNITED NATIONS, Oct. 23 (Xinhua) -- A durable peace in the Central African Republic (CAR) is achievable with the action of Central Africans and with the help of the international community, said the top UN envoy in the country on Tuesday.
"Despite the persistent challenges, I am hopeful that we have now established the necessary foundations on which a durable peace can be built," Parfait Onanga-Anyanga told the Security Council.
Such an objective is indeed achievable provided that the region and the international community remain in solidarity with the collective support for the government and people of the CAR, said the envoy, who is also head of the UN peacekeeping mission in the country.
The general security situation has been brought under control. Democratic elections have been held and constitutional order has been restored. State authority is re-establishing itself in Bangui and beyond, he said.
But he warned that the country still faces many challenges.
Conflict factors remain and attacks against civilians continue, resulting in massive displacement of the population. Half of the country still needs humanitarian assistance, and the provision of such assistance is becoming increasingly difficult, partly because of the violent attacks on peacekeepers and aid workers, said Onanga-Anyanga.
Together with the Central Africans, the international community must help move the country from a phase of containment to one of transformation, where the dividends of peace can be felt by all communities and all citizens, he said.
The CAR has been in civil war since 2012, which is being fought along religious and ethnic lines, primarily between Christian anti-Balaka militia and Muslim Seleka groups.
Russia Pledges Continued Support for Central African Republic Security
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WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Russia plans to continue providing security assistance to the Central African Republic government in an effort to end a far-flung insurgency in which authorities in the capital of Bangui are attempting to wrest control of much of the nation from more than a dozen rebel groups, Russia’s Envoy to the UN Vassily Nebenzia said.
"Russia will continue to provide support to the CAR[Central African Republic] in reforming its national security sector, including in strengthening the battle readiness and battle capacity of the armed forces of the country," Nebenzia told the UN Security Council on Tuesday.
Seleka Muslim militias drive through Bangui, Central African Republic
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Things to Know About the Russian Mission in Central African Republic
Nebenzia noted that Russian military experts have managed to achieve "significant results" by training more than 1,000 soldiers of the CAR army.
In addition, Nebenzia pledged increased Russian humanitarian assistance to CAR, in particular by providing medical services to the population.
On Monday, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced plans to send 60 additional military advisers to the CAR to complement 175 advisers dispatched to the country earlier this year along with a shipment of small arms.
READ MORE: France Officially Ends Military Operation in Central African Republic
The CAR government is battling 14 rebel groups that control much of the nation outside Bangui, according to published reports.
Russia Pledges Continued Support for Central African Republic Security
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WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - Russia plans to continue providing security assistance to the Central African Republic government in an effort to end a far-flung insurgency in which authorities in the capital of Bangui are attempting to wrest control of much of the nation from more than a dozen rebel groups, Russia’s Envoy to the UN Vassily Nebenzia said.
"Russia will continue to provide support to the CAR[Central African Republic] in reforming its national security sector, including in strengthening the battle readiness and battle capacity of the armed forces of the country," Nebenzia told the UN Security Council on Tuesday.
Seleka Muslim militias drive through Bangui, Central African Republic
© AP PHOTO / JEROME DELAY
Things to Know About the Russian Mission in Central African Republic
Nebenzia noted that Russian military experts have managed to achieve "significant results" by training more than 1,000 soldiers of the CAR army.
In addition, Nebenzia pledged increased Russian humanitarian assistance to CAR, in particular by providing medical services to the population.
On Monday, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced plans to send 60 additional military advisers to the CAR to complement 175 advisers dispatched to the country earlier this year along with a shipment of small arms.
READ MORE: France Officially Ends Military Operation in Central African Republic
The CAR government is battling 14 rebel groups that control much of the nation outside Bangui, according to published reports.
Central African Republic to begin disarming groups by year's end: UN envoy
https://www.yahoo.com/news/central-african-republic-begin-disarming-groups-years-end-164106706.html
Central African Republic to begin disarming groups by year's end: UN envoy
AFP•October 23, 2018
Peacekeepers from Gabon on patrol in the city of Bria in the Central African Republic
Peacekeepers from Gabon on patrol in the city of Bria in the Central African Republic (AFP Photo/SABER JENDOUBI)
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United Nations (United States) (AFP) - Before the end of the year the Central African Republic will begin disarming illegal groups in the western part of the country, UN envoy Parfait Onanga-Anyanga told the Security Council Tuesday.
There has been progress in starting a peace process since a UN peacekeeping force was established in the CAR in 2014 to stamp out inter-communal violence in the country, Onanga-Anyanga said.
"This progress that we have made together makes me hopeful that we have laid the foundations needed to build sustainable peace," he said.
A half-dozen armed groups have committed to a national disarmament, demobilization and reinsertion program, Onanga-Anyanga said.
"The government will begin the disarmament of certain of these groups in the west of the country before the end of the year," he said.
French Ambassador Francois Delattre emphasized, however, that "the message to the armed groups must be clear.
"They must lay down their arms and join the peace process without delay and without conditions, and know that the violence they engage in will not go unpunished," he said.
Since 2013, much of the Central African Republic has been at the mercy of armed groups that plunder the country's gold, diamond and oil deposits, posing a formidable obstacle to peace and national reconciliation.
Many of these groups claim to protect Christian or Muslim communities, and often battle over resources.
Onanga-Anyanga pointed to the opening session Monday of a long-planned Special Criminal Court in Central Africa as an "important step" against impunity.
The court consists of 25 judges -- 13 from the CAR and 12 foreigners -- and will decide cases involving violations of human rights or international humanitarian law committed in the country since 2003.
One of the world's poorest and most unstable countries, the CAR spiralled into bloodshed after longtime leader Francois Bozize was overthrown in 2013 by a mainly Muslim rebel alliance called the Seleka.
Central African Republic to begin disarming groups by year's end: UN envoy
https://www.yahoo.com/news/central-african-republic-begin-disarming-groups-years-end-164106706.html
Central African Republic to begin disarming groups by year's end: UN envoy
AFP•October 23, 2018
Peacekeepers from Gabon on patrol in the city of Bria in the Central African Republic
Peacekeepers from Gabon on patrol in the city of Bria in the Central African Republic (AFP Photo/SABER JENDOUBI)
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United Nations (United States) (AFP) - Before the end of the year the Central African Republic will begin disarming illegal groups in the western part of the country, UN envoy Parfait Onanga-Anyanga told the Security Council Tuesday.
There has been progress in starting a peace process since a UN peacekeeping force was established in the CAR in 2014 to stamp out inter-communal violence in the country, Onanga-Anyanga said.
"This progress that we have made together makes me hopeful that we have laid the foundations needed to build sustainable peace," he said.
A half-dozen armed groups have committed to a national disarmament, demobilization and reinsertion program, Onanga-Anyanga said.
"The government will begin the disarmament of certain of these groups in the west of the country before the end of the year," he said.
French Ambassador Francois Delattre emphasized, however, that "the message to the armed groups must be clear.
"They must lay down their arms and join the peace process without delay and without conditions, and know that the violence they engage in will not go unpunished," he said.
Since 2013, much of the Central African Republic has been at the mercy of armed groups that plunder the country's gold, diamond and oil deposits, posing a formidable obstacle to peace and national reconciliation.
Many of these groups claim to protect Christian or Muslim communities, and often battle over resources.
Onanga-Anyanga pointed to the opening session Monday of a long-planned Special Criminal Court in Central Africa as an "important step" against impunity.
The court consists of 25 judges -- 13 from the CAR and 12 foreigners -- and will decide cases involving violations of human rights or international humanitarian law committed in the country since 2003.
One of the world's poorest and most unstable countries, the CAR spiralled into bloodshed after longtime leader Francois Bozize was overthrown in 2013 by a mainly Muslim rebel alliance called the Seleka.
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Two more updates signaling additional support for the Central African Republic. Keeping in mind that the faster things get secured, the sooner Axmin can go back to work on it's proven multi million ounce gold deposit
Russia ready to send more military instructors to Central African Republic - http://tass.com/politics/1027111
Engility to support logistics training in Central African Republic - https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/engility-to-support-logistics-training-in-central-african-republic-300734421.html
Two more updates signaling additional support for the Central African Republic. Keeping in mind that the faster things get secured, the sooner Axmin can go back to work on it's proven multi million ounce gold deposit
Russia ready to send more military instructors to Central African Republic - http://tass.com/politics/1027111
Engility to support logistics training in Central African Republic - https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/engility-to-support-logistics-training-in-central-african-republic-300734421.html
UN Summary Report For CAR (From June 15th 2018 to October 15th 2018) - In PDF Form
https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/N1830975.pdf
Note - This is a report from the UN(MINUSCA) and does not detail the effort and support from other groups such as the EU(European Union), Russia, AU(African Union), China, USA, France, etc. Opinions have not been posted below as this is just one perspective from an individual writing the report. The key notes below are meant to show actual events compared to what the writer is actually talking about or speculates.
I have condensed everything and taken out all the important key notes of events that have taken place over the four month period.
Total - 21 Pages (12-21 are personal opinions and have not been posted)
Page 3
The African Initiative is widely recognized among all stakeholders as the ma in
principle framework for the peace process in the Central African Republic, although
its operationalization has taken time and it lacks the required resources. One year
after the adoption of the Libreville road map, the Initiative’s panel of facilitators
concluded its “listening tours” with the 14 main armed groups. At the most recent
meeting, held in Bouar from 28 to 30 August, the panel helped to harmonize the
groups’ demands, which were subsequently submitted to President Touadéra for
consideration by the Government. This represents an important preparatory step
towards dialogue between the Government and armed groups, tentatively scheduled
for November. The panel also consulted two exiled former Heads of State, Francois
Bozizé and Michel Djotodia. In July 2018, the Initiative, with support from the
Peacebuilding Fund, organized training sessions to prepare armed groups,
government representatives and political and social leaders for direct dialogue, with
the support of the Community of Sant’Egidio and the African Centre for the
Constructive Resolution of Disputes. The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality
and the Empowerment of Women (UN-Women) and the United Nations Development
Programme (UNDP) organized workshops and seminars to engage women and yo ung
people
On 28 August 2018, a meeting was convened in Khartoum with the three main
ex-Séléka factions and one anti-balaka faction, with the support of the Russian
Federation. That followed an earlier meeting in Khartoum on 10 July that only the
Front populaire pour la renaissance de la Centrafrique attended. The second meeting
resulted in a declaration, by which armed factions pledged their support for peace and
dialogue within the framework of the African Initiative.
In Bangassou, a local agreement was signed in April 2018, complemented by
the arrest of militia leaders, disarmament through community violence reduction
programmes, the deployment of units of the Central African armed forces trained by
the European Union Training Mission and intercommunal dialogue by local leaders.
Those efforts have produced a noticeable decline in attacks on civilians in recent
months. In Bangui, intercommunal dialogue in the city’s third district facilitated the
gradual return of people displaced following Operation Sukula. Local peace and
reconciliation processes in Markounda and Zemio have helped to reduce violence,
Page 4
(continued from page 3) increase freedom of movement and facilitate the return of State authorities. Similarly,
in Bouar, they have helped to eliminate illegal checkpoints, stop intercommunal
violence and secure a commitment from the armed group Retour, réclamations,
réhabilitation to demobilize and disarm as part of the disarmament, demobilization
and reintegration programme. In July, that group and anti-balaka leaders in Bouar
destroyed 1,652 weapons that had been collected through community violence
reduction programmes, symbolizing their commitment to disarming. The
Government, with MINUSCA support, also established eight new local peace and
reconciliation committees across the country.
Page 5
Out of a total of 7,087 verified soldiers of the Central African armed forces, 243
have been deployed in Am Dafok, Boali, Bouar and Moungounba without MINUSCA
or partner support. A total of 612 personnel trained by the European Union Training
Mission have so far been deployed in Bangassou, Bouar, Dekoa, Obo, Paoua and
Sibut, working alongside MINUSCA. The Central African armed forces has received
contributions from bilateral partners, including armaments, vehicles, communications
and other equipment. MINUSCA is responsible for the ad hoc supplies of fuel in
Bangassou, Obo and Paoua, which it then receives in the same quantities by the
Government in Bangui. The majority of the 3,232 police and gendarme officers
remain in Bangui owing to a lack of essential equipment and logistics necessary to
deploy new recruits throughout the country as planned (new EU & Russia support will resolve this)
Page 7
During the reporting period, several initiatives were undertaken to help the
Government to re-establish the rule of law and State authority and to provide services
in response to citizens’ request. MINUSCA and the United Nations Children’s Fund
(UNICEF) supported the organization of the 2018 national baccalauréat exams.
MINUSCA and UNDP worked with the Government to develop “Lisango 2.0”, a
software to facilitate the planning of civil servant deployments. In August, five new
prefects, including three women, were nominated to replace the retired prefects of
Bamingui-Bangoran, Basse-Kotto, Mbomou, Nana-Gribizi and Nana-Mambéré.
The Special Criminal Court rules of procedure and evidence were promulgated
on 2 July 2018. The Court is actively working, with MINUSCA support, to develop
its prosecutorial and case selection strategy. The judiciary resumed criminal sessions
in several areas, with support from MINUSCA and UNDP. The Bangui Court of
Appeal held its second criminal session from 16 July to 31 August, in which 15 cases
were heard, including several related to the conflict. In August, the Bossangoa High
Court resumed its criminal sessions, which had been suspended since 2013. However,
in general the capacity and functioning of other national judicial and corrections
structures, particularly outside Bangui, remained limited.
The Mission continued to support the demilitarization of prisons, including the
recruitment of 150 out of a total of 300 prison officers. The Mission apprehended nine
high-profile individuals using its urgent temporary measures and supported the
transfer to Bangui of 54 detainees, including anti-balaka leader Pino-Pino, who had
been accused of involvement in attacks against civilians and peacekeepers in May
2017.
Page 8
MINUSCA is supporting the Government’s launch of its disarmament,
demobilization and reintegration programme, starting in the west with seven armed
groups, and continued to expand community violence reduction programmes in six
locations for 5,100 beneficiaries. The Government continued to engage with other
armed groups to reach further agreements and extend disarmament and
demobilization to other parts of the country
On 4 July 2018, the National Assembly adopted a law establishing a High
Council on Security to ensure greater accountability and civilian oversight over the
security sector. On 24 August, the President approved the Government’s proposal to
reserve 10 per cent of new posts in the Central African armed forces and security
forces for former combatants, until 2021. At the request of the Government,
MINUSCA started to support the recruitment of 1,023 Central African armed forces
personnel, using quotas to ensure fair geographic and gender balance. In August, the
European Union Training Mission concluded the training of the third infantry
battalion of the Central African armed forces. On 30 July, the mandate of the
European Union Training Mission was extended until 19 September 2020
The 500 new police and gendarmerie recruits were scheduled to complete their
general training and start specialized training by the end of October 2018. MINUSCA,
through the Mine Action Service, continued to support weapons and ammunition
management by assisting the national defence and security forces with infrastructure
planning and refresher training
Page 9
MINUSCA and the United Nations country team, along with other partners,
have supported the Government in the implementation of the National Re covery and
Peacebuilding Plan for the period 2017–2021, to which donors have pledged some
$2.2 billion. The biannual review in June and July showed an increase in the delivery
rate of funds to 49 per cent, although disbursement remained slow. The Mutual
Engagement Framework biannual review highlighted the need to strengthen national
capacities at all levels and to improve national ownership of the Plan and Framework.
It highlighted the urgent actions required to achieve peacebuilding priorities,
including the swift adoption of laws and regulations to launch the preparation for
elections and further deployments of the Central African armed forces and internal
security forces alongside MINUSCA. Efforts continued for the development of the
sectoral strategies, policies, plans and frameworks that were essential for accelerating
the programming and delivery of the resources mobilized so far and for translating
them into peace dividends for the population
The International Monetary Fund reviewed the country’s Extended Credit
Facility Agreement and approved in July a disbursement of $32.1 million. A portion
would be used to pay 2003 salary arrears of civil servants and the gradual settlement
of domestic debt with private companies. In June, the National Assembl y adopted a
revised finance bill that increased social spending and public investments.
Page 10
As at 1 October, MINUSCA had deployed 11,170 military personnel, 3.17 per
cent of whom were women. That figure represents 95.88 per cent of the total
authorized strength of 11,650 personnel. The MINUSCA force currently comprises
10 infantry battalions, two quick-reaction battle groups, a reserve battalion, a special
forces company, a quick-reaction force company and several enabling units, including
a military police company, five engineering companies, a heavy transport company,
three level-II hospitals, a level-1-plus forward surgery module and three helicopter
units, including a combat helicopter unit. The Mission, with guidance from United
Nations Headquarters, is reviewing its capabilities and response procedures in order
to improve the casualty evacuation support
As at 1 October 2018, a total of 750 troops out of the 900 authorized by the
Security Council were operational. The remaining troops are expected to reach full
operational capability by end of November, with specialized equipment, including
reconnaissance and high-mobility armoured vehicles, as well as enablers, such as
engineering vehicles, logistics and medical equipment. MINUSCA will reinforce its
military posture with two highly mobile battalions, designed as joint task forces
composed of three companies, capable of deploying simultaneously and operating
autonomously, with integrated force multipliers. They will act as quick-reaction
forces, tasked to address particularly difficult security situations.
As at 1 October, MINUSCA had deployed 1,918 police personnel, representing
92.21 per cent of the authorized strength of 2,080. That number comprised 385
individual police officers, including 52 women, representing 96.25 per cent of the
authorized strength of 400. Ten formed police units and two protection support units
comprising 1,533 officers, including 102 women, were also deployed, representing
91.25 per cent of the authorized strength of 1,680. The transformation of the police
protection unit into a formed unit remained pending owing to equipment constraints
of the contributing country. Once addressed, the more mobile unit will deploy to
Berberati and Bossangoa
As at 1 October, MINUSCA had deployed 1,384 civilian personnel (1,151 staff
members and 233 United Nations Volunteers) representing 90 per cent of the total
1,524 authorized positions. Furthermore, 273 women constituted 23.7 per cent of the
civilian personnel, with 21.5 per cent in positions at the P-5 level or higher
The Mission continues to work closely with the Government to address a
number of violations related to the status-of-forces agreement, including the import
of critical equipment
Page 11
The Mission has strengthened its efforts to address performance in a series of
actions encompassing training, equipment, evaluation and leadership. The Mission is
serving as a pilot for the implementation of the Comprehensive Performance
Assessment System of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, and is developing indicators to measure whole-of-mission performance against its strategic objectives.
Since the launch in September 2017 of the online military performance assessment
tool, MINUSCA has conducted evaluations of several units, which were mostly
assessed as satisfactory, and it is now implementing performance improvement plans
as needed, including on the basis of those evaluations. MINUSCA has been an early
adopter of innovative technologies in support of operations and force protection. It
has made progress in implementing the recommendations contained in the report on
the independent investigation by Brigadier General (Retired) Amoussou to improve
the Mission’s response to protect civilians, as well as the action plan to reduce
peacekeeper fatalities following the report by Lieutenant General (Retired) dos Santos
Cruz,1 which has already produced results, with six peacekeeper casualties in 2018
due to malicious acts, compared to 12 in the same period in 2017, although injuries
have increased to 34 in 2018 from 18 in 2017. MINUSCA has also made significant
improvements in personnel accommodation.
Notes - Pages 12-21 are personal notes and opinions and have been not been posted and these are the thoughts and expressions of one individual and do not take into the account the support from other countries and institutions (Russia, China, France, EU, AU, Sudan, etc). MINUSCA is a support group but does not have the full power or ability to change things. This is more in the hands of the other groups who have more influence and pull within CAR and work much closer to government officials
UN Summary Report For CAR (From June 15th 2018 to October 15th 2018) - In PDF Form
https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/N1830975.pdf
Note - This is a report from the UN(MINUSCA) and does not detail the effort and support from other groups such as the EU(European Union), Russia, AU(African Union), China, USA, France, etc. Opinions have not been posted below as this is just one perspective from an individual writing the report. The key notes below are meant to show actual events compared to what the writer is actually talking about or speculates.
I have condensed everything and taken out all the important key notes of events that have taken place over the four month period.
Total - 21 Pages (12-21 are personal opinions and have not been posted)
Page 3
The African Initiative is widely recognized among all stakeholders as the ma in
principle framework for the peace process in the Central African Republic, although
its operationalization has taken time and it lacks the required resources. One year
after the adoption of the Libreville road map, the Initiative’s panel of facilitators
concluded its “listening tours” with the 14 main armed groups. At the most recent
meeting, held in Bouar from 28 to 30 August, the panel helped to harmonize the
groups’ demands, which were subsequently submitted to President Touadéra for
consideration by the Government. This represents an important preparatory step
towards dialogue between the Government and armed groups, tentatively scheduled
for November. The panel also consulted two exiled former Heads of State, Francois
Bozizé and Michel Djotodia. In July 2018, the Initiative, with support from the
Peacebuilding Fund, organized training sessions to prepare armed groups,
government representatives and political and social leaders for direct dialogue, with
the support of the Community of Sant’Egidio and the African Centre for the
Constructive Resolution of Disputes. The United Nations Entity for Gender Equality
and the Empowerment of Women (UN-Women) and the United Nations Development
Programme (UNDP) organized workshops and seminars to engage women and yo ung
people
On 28 August 2018, a meeting was convened in Khartoum with the three main
ex-Séléka factions and one anti-balaka faction, with the support of the Russian
Federation. That followed an earlier meeting in Khartoum on 10 July that only the
Front populaire pour la renaissance de la Centrafrique attended. The second meeting
resulted in a declaration, by which armed factions pledged their support for peace and
dialogue within the framework of the African Initiative.
In Bangassou, a local agreement was signed in April 2018, complemented by
the arrest of militia leaders, disarmament through community violence reduction
programmes, the deployment of units of the Central African armed forces trained by
the European Union Training Mission and intercommunal dialogue by local leaders.
Those efforts have produced a noticeable decline in attacks on civilians in recent
months. In Bangui, intercommunal dialogue in the city’s third district facilitated the
gradual return of people displaced following Operation Sukula. Local peace and
reconciliation processes in Markounda and Zemio have helped to reduce violence,
Page 4
(continued from page 3) increase freedom of movement and facilitate the return of State authorities. Similarly,
in Bouar, they have helped to eliminate illegal checkpoints, stop intercommunal
violence and secure a commitment from the armed group Retour, réclamations,
réhabilitation to demobilize and disarm as part of the disarmament, demobilization
and reintegration programme. In July, that group and anti-balaka leaders in Bouar
destroyed 1,652 weapons that had been collected through community violence
reduction programmes, symbolizing their commitment to disarming. The
Government, with MINUSCA support, also established eight new local peace and
reconciliation committees across the country.
Page 5
Out of a total of 7,087 verified soldiers of the Central African armed forces, 243
have been deployed in Am Dafok, Boali, Bouar and Moungounba without MINUSCA
or partner support. A total of 612 personnel trained by the European Union Training
Mission have so far been deployed in Bangassou, Bouar, Dekoa, Obo, Paoua and
Sibut, working alongside MINUSCA. The Central African armed forces has received
contributions from bilateral partners, including armaments, vehicles, communications
and other equipment. MINUSCA is responsible for the ad hoc supplies of fuel in
Bangassou, Obo and Paoua, which it then receives in the same quantities by the
Government in Bangui. The majority of the 3,232 police and gendarme officers
remain in Bangui owing to a lack of essential equipment and logistics necessary to
deploy new recruits throughout the country as planned (new EU & Russia support will resolve this)
Page 7
During the reporting period, several initiatives were undertaken to help the
Government to re-establish the rule of law and State authority and to provide services
in response to citizens’ request. MINUSCA and the United Nations Children’s Fund
(UNICEF) supported the organization of the 2018 national baccalauréat exams.
MINUSCA and UNDP worked with the Government to develop “Lisango 2.0”, a
software to facilitate the planning of civil servant deployments. In August, five new
prefects, including three women, were nominated to replace the retired prefects of
Bamingui-Bangoran, Basse-Kotto, Mbomou, Nana-Gribizi and Nana-Mambéré.
The Special Criminal Court rules of procedure and evidence were promulgated
on 2 July 2018. The Court is actively working, with MINUSCA support, to develop
its prosecutorial and case selection strategy. The judiciary resumed criminal sessions
in several areas, with support from MINUSCA and UNDP. The Bangui Court of
Appeal held its second criminal session from 16 July to 31 August, in which 15 cases
were heard, including several related to the conflict. In August, the Bossangoa High
Court resumed its criminal sessions, which had been suspended since 2013. However,
in general the capacity and functioning of other national judicial and corrections
structures, particularly outside Bangui, remained limited.
The Mission continued to support the demilitarization of prisons, including the
recruitment of 150 out of a total of 300 prison officers. The Mission apprehended nine
high-profile individuals using its urgent temporary measures and supported the
transfer to Bangui of 54 detainees, including anti-balaka leader Pino-Pino, who had
been accused of involvement in attacks against civilians and peacekeepers in May
2017.
Page 8
MINUSCA is supporting the Government’s launch of its disarmament,
demobilization and reintegration programme, starting in the west with seven armed
groups, and continued to expand community violence reduction programmes in six
locations for 5,100 beneficiaries. The Government continued to engage with other
armed groups to reach further agreements and extend disarmament and
demobilization to other parts of the country
On 4 July 2018, the National Assembly adopted a law establishing a High
Council on Security to ensure greater accountability and civilian oversight over the
security sector. On 24 August, the President approved the Government’s proposal to
reserve 10 per cent of new posts in the Central African armed forces and security
forces for former combatants, until 2021. At the request of the Government,
MINUSCA started to support the recruitment of 1,023 Central African armed forces
personnel, using quotas to ensure fair geographic and gender balance. In August, the
European Union Training Mission concluded the training of the third infantry
battalion of the Central African armed forces. On 30 July, the mandate of the
European Union Training Mission was extended until 19 September 2020
The 500 new police and gendarmerie recruits were scheduled to complete their
general training and start specialized training by the end of October 2018. MINUSCA,
through the Mine Action Service, continued to support weapons and ammunition
management by assisting the national defence and security forces with infrastructure
planning and refresher training
Page 9
MINUSCA and the United Nations country team, along with other partners,
have supported the Government in the implementation of the National Re covery and
Peacebuilding Plan for the period 2017–2021, to which donors have pledged some
$2.2 billion. The biannual review in June and July showed an increase in the delivery
rate of funds to 49 per cent, although disbursement remained slow. The Mutual
Engagement Framework biannual review highlighted the need to strengthen national
capacities at all levels and to improve national ownership of the Plan and Framework.
It highlighted the urgent actions required to achieve peacebuilding priorities,
including the swift adoption of laws and regulations to launch the preparation for
elections and further deployments of the Central African armed forces and internal
security forces alongside MINUSCA. Efforts continued for the development of the
sectoral strategies, policies, plans and frameworks that were essential for accelerating
the programming and delivery of the resources mobilized so far and for translating
them into peace dividends for the population
The International Monetary Fund reviewed the country’s Extended Credit
Facility Agreement and approved in July a disbursement of $32.1 million. A portion
would be used to pay 2003 salary arrears of civil servants and the gradual settlement
of domestic debt with private companies. In June, the National Assembl y adopted a
revised finance bill that increased social spending and public investments.
Page 10
As at 1 October, MINUSCA had deployed 11,170 military personnel, 3.17 per
cent of whom were women. That figure represents 95.88 per cent of the total
authorized strength of 11,650 personnel. The MINUSCA force currently comprises
10 infantry battalions, two quick-reaction battle groups, a reserve battalion, a special
forces company, a quick-reaction force company and several enabling units, including
a military police company, five engineering companies, a heavy transport company,
three level-II hospitals, a level-1-plus forward surgery module and three helicopter
units, including a combat helicopter unit. The Mission, with guidance from United
Nations Headquarters, is reviewing its capabilities and response procedures in order
to improve the casualty evacuation support
As at 1 October 2018, a total of 750 troops out of the 900 authorized by the
Security Council were operational. The remaining troops are expected to reach full
operational capability by end of November, with specialized equipment, including
reconnaissance and high-mobility armoured vehicles, as well as enablers, such as
engineering vehicles, logistics and medical equipment. MINUSCA will reinforce its
military posture with two highly mobile battalions, designed as joint task forces
composed of three companies, capable of deploying simultaneously and operating
autonomously, with integrated force multipliers. They will act as quick-reaction
forces, tasked to address particularly difficult security situations.
As at 1 October, MINUSCA had deployed 1,918 police personnel, representing
92.21 per cent of the authorized strength of 2,080. That number comprised 385
individual police officers, including 52 women, representing 96.25 per cent of the
authorized strength of 400. Ten formed police units and two protection support units
comprising 1,533 officers, including 102 women, were also deployed, representing
91.25 per cent of the authorized strength of 1,680. The transformation of the police
protection unit into a formed unit remained pending owing to equipment constraints
of the contributing country. Once addressed, the more mobile unit will deploy to
Berberati and Bossangoa
As at 1 October, MINUSCA had deployed 1,384 civilian personnel (1,151 staff
members and 233 United Nations Volunteers) representing 90 per cent of the total
1,524 authorized positions. Furthermore, 273 women constituted 23.7 per cent of the
civilian personnel, with 21.5 per cent in positions at the P-5 level or higher
The Mission continues to work closely with the Government to address a
number of violations related to the status-of-forces agreement, including the import
of critical equipment
Page 11
The Mission has strengthened its efforts to address performance in a series of
actions encompassing training, equipment, evaluation and leadership. The Mission is
serving as a pilot for the implementation of the Comprehensive Performance
Assessment System of the Department of Peacekeeping Operations, and is developing indicators to measure whole-of-mission performance against its strategic objectives.
Since the launch in September 2017 of the online military performance assessment
tool, MINUSCA has conducted evaluations of several units, which were mostly
assessed as satisfactory, and it is now implementing performance improvement plans
as needed, including on the basis of those evaluations. MINUSCA has been an early
adopter of innovative technologies in support of operations and force protection. It
has made progress in implementing the recommendations contained in the report on
the independent investigation by Brigadier General (Retired) Amoussou to improve
the Mission’s response to protect civilians, as well as the action plan to reduce
peacekeeper fatalities following the report by Lieutenant General (Retired) dos Santos
Cruz,1 which has already produced results, with six peacekeeper casualties in 2018
due to malicious acts, compared to 12 in the same period in 2017, although injuries
have increased to 34 in 2018 from 18 in 2017. MINUSCA has also made significant
improvements in personnel accommodation.
Notes - Pages 12-21 are personal notes and opinions and have been not been posted and these are the thoughts and expressions of one individual and do not take into the account the support from other countries and institutions (Russia, China, France, EU, AU, Sudan, etc). MINUSCA is a support group but does not have the full power or ability to change things. This is more in the hands of the other groups who have more influence and pull within CAR and work much closer to government officials
Russia to send more military trainers, equipment to Central African Republic
https://af.reuters.com/article/commoditiesNews/idAFL8N1WZ4XZ
MOSCOW, Oct 19 (Reuters) - Russia said on Friday it planned to send additional military equipment to Central African Republic (CAR) and deploy 60 more instructors to train the country’s armed forces, escalating its most significant military foray in Africa in decades.
Russia donated hundreds of weapons and sent 175 trainers to CAR earlier this year to bolster the government’s fight against militia groups after receiving an exemption from a United Nations arms embargo.
According to diplomatic and security sources, many of the Russians in CAR are private security contractors and their remit has expanded into mediating negotiations among armed groups, securing mining projects and advising CAR’s president.
Russia’s activities in CAR are part of a wider push to re-establish influence in sub-Saharan Africa that waned after the Cold War. It has signed military cooperation deals with 19 countries since 2015 and expanded diplomatic and trading ties.
In one of its most extensive comments to date on the subject, Russia’s foreign ministry defended its actions in a statement against what it said was “a certain ‘jealousy’” by other foreign powers over Russia’s role in CAR.
“We believe this kind of position to be counter-productive, particularly in the current context, when constructive cooperation of all international ‘players’ and not competition or ‘zero-sum games’ is urgently called for,” it said.
“With the knowledge of a relevant U.N. Security Council committee we are planning to send to CAR an additional 60 civilian instructors and the second part of military purpose products.”
According to a confidential memo seen by Reuters, the Security Council’s 15-member CAR sanctions committee agreed last month to Russia’s request to send the 60 additional instructors, provided they coordinate with CAR’s U.N. peacekeeping mission.
But France, the United States and Britain placed a hold in August on further arms shipments pending confirmation that measures had been taken to secure the previous donation.
Estimates of the total number of Russians in CAR vary widely, from 250 to 1,000. The foreign ministry did not respond directly to questions about the presence of private security contractors.
CAR has faced near-constant armed conflict since 2013, when a mostly Muslim Seleka rebel coalition overthrew then-president Francois Bozize, prompting reprisals from Christian ‘anti-balaka’ militias. (Reporting By Maria Tsvetkova; Writing by Aaron Ross)
Russia to send more military trainers, equipment to Central African Republic
https://af.reuters.com/article/commoditiesNews/idAFL8N1WZ4XZ
MOSCOW, Oct 19 (Reuters) - Russia said on Friday it planned to send additional military equipment to Central African Republic (CAR) and deploy 60 more instructors to train the country’s armed forces, escalating its most significant military foray in Africa in decades.
Russia donated hundreds of weapons and sent 175 trainers to CAR earlier this year to bolster the government’s fight against militia groups after receiving an exemption from a United Nations arms embargo.
According to diplomatic and security sources, many of the Russians in CAR are private security contractors and their remit has expanded into mediating negotiations among armed groups, securing mining projects and advising CAR’s president.
Russia’s activities in CAR are part of a wider push to re-establish influence in sub-Saharan Africa that waned after the Cold War. It has signed military cooperation deals with 19 countries since 2015 and expanded diplomatic and trading ties.
In one of its most extensive comments to date on the subject, Russia’s foreign ministry defended its actions in a statement against what it said was “a certain ‘jealousy’” by other foreign powers over Russia’s role in CAR.
“We believe this kind of position to be counter-productive, particularly in the current context, when constructive cooperation of all international ‘players’ and not competition or ‘zero-sum games’ is urgently called for,” it said.
“With the knowledge of a relevant U.N. Security Council committee we are planning to send to CAR an additional 60 civilian instructors and the second part of military purpose products.”
According to a confidential memo seen by Reuters, the Security Council’s 15-member CAR sanctions committee agreed last month to Russia’s request to send the 60 additional instructors, provided they coordinate with CAR’s U.N. peacekeeping mission.
But France, the United States and Britain placed a hold in August on further arms shipments pending confirmation that measures had been taken to secure the previous donation.
Estimates of the total number of Russians in CAR vary widely, from 250 to 1,000. The foreign ministry did not respond directly to questions about the presence of private security contractors.
CAR has faced near-constant armed conflict since 2013, when a mostly Muslim Seleka rebel coalition overthrew then-president Francois Bozize, prompting reprisals from Christian ‘anti-balaka’ militias. (Reporting By Maria Tsvetkova; Writing by Aaron Ross)
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Stock Technical Analysis
Overall
Targets Six months: 0.35 One year: 0.41
Supports Support1: 0.21 Support2: 0.15
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Pivot Point 0.24
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Return on Equity (ttm)
Qtrly Rev. Growth 57.9
Gross Profit (p.s.) 0.012
Sales Per Share
EBITDA (p.s.)
Qtrly Earnings Growth 64.60
Operating Cash Flow (M) 1.19
Levered Free Cash Flow (M) 0.73
Valuation
P/E 29.50
P/E Growth Ratio 0.02
P/BV -29.50
P/S 3849750016.00
P/CF 32.35
Axmin Technical Chart Information
http://canada.stoxline.com/q_ca.php?s=axm.v
(AXM.V)
0.295 0.005 (1.72%) 10-19 09:42
Open: 0.29 Prev Close: 0.29
High: 0.295 Low: 0.29
Volume: 30,400 Market Cap: 38M
Year High: 0.3 Year Low: 0.03
Stock Technical Analysis
Overall
Targets Six months: 0.35 One year: 0.41
Supports Support1: 0.21 Support2: 0.15
Resistances Resistance1: 0.30 Resistance2: 0.35
Pivot Point 0.24
Moving Averages MA(5): 0.28 MA(20): 0.23
MA(100): 0.17 MA(250): 0.10
MACD MACD(12,26): 0.02 Signal(12,26,9): 0.01
Stochastic Oscillator %K(14,3): 89.74 %D(3): 88.69
RSI RSI(14): 70.47
52-Week High: 0.30 Low: 0.03 Change(%): 490.0
Average Volume(K) 3-Month: 11519 10-Days: 10416
Moving Averages analysis
Price and moving averages has closed above its Short term moving average. Short term moving average is currently above mid-term; AND above long term moving averages. From the relationship between price and moving averages; we can see that: This stock is BULLISH in short-term; and BULLISH in mid-long term.
Bollinger Bands Analysis
AXM.V has closed below upper band by 8.4%. Bollinger Bands are 198.4% wider than normal. The large width of the bands suggest high volatility as compared to AXM.V's normal range. The bands have been in this wide range for 3 bars. This is a sign that the current trend might continue.
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Financials
EPS 0.010
EPS Est. Current Year
EPS Est. Next Year
EPS Est. Next Quarter
Forward EPS 1.#IO
Shares Out. (M) 130.50
Shares Float (M) 48.16
Book Value (p.s.) -0.010
PEG Ratio
Profit Margin 78.02
Operating Margin 76.96
Return on Assets (ttm) 58.5
Return on Equity (ttm)
Qtrly Rev. Growth 57.9
Gross Profit (p.s.) 0.012
Sales Per Share
EBITDA (p.s.)
Qtrly Earnings Growth 64.60
Operating Cash Flow (M) 1.19
Levered Free Cash Flow (M) 0.73
Valuation
P/E 29.50
P/E Growth Ratio 0.02
P/BV -29.50
P/S 3849750016.00
P/CF 32.35
Central African Republic: Council adopts conclusions
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2018/10/15/central-african-republic-council-adopts-conclusions/
On 15 October 2018, the Council discussed and adopted conclusions on the Central African Republic.
In its conclusions, the Council underlines that the situation in the Central African Republic (CAR) is still very fragile and that the EU remains engaged in support of the country. The EU emphasises the need to continue working, through its various instruments, to help the CAR get back on the road to stability, peace and development and to meet the aspirations of its entire population for lasting peace and reconciliation.
The EU reiterates its support for the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation under the auspices of the African Union and the leadership of President Touadéra to reach a peace and reconciliation agreement, to create the conditions for the complete disarmament of armed groups and to strengthen State authority, while preserving the unity and integrity of the CAR.
The EU also stresses the importance of inclusive involvement of all institutions and all actors of Central African society, including women, youth and civil society. The EU calls on all international actors, especially those engaged in the CAR, to support the action of the government and the African Initiative in a properly coordinated and fully transparent manner.
The Council also welcomes the commitment of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in CAR (MINUSCA), in particular to support the CAR authorities in carrying out the security sector reform process and to help them restore State authority.
The Council emphasises that the security situation, including hybrid threats, confirms the need to continue to strengthen the Central African Armed Forces (FACA), and welcomes the request by the CAR for additional assistance for the Internal Security Forces, notably by means of civilian engagement. Ministers invited the EEAS to establish and deploy as soon as possible a civil-military interoperability pillar within EUTM RCA, tasked with providing strategic advice in this area.
The EU remains concerned by the humanitarian situation in the CAR and emphasises the need for the international community to mobilise in response to the humanitarian emergency, and reiterates its own ongoing engagement through the Bêkou Trust Fund. The EU remains strongly committed to the CAR, with an envelope of EUR 487 million allocated for the period 2017-2020.
Central African Republic: Council adopts conclusions
https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2018/10/15/central-african-republic-council-adopts-conclusions/
On 15 October 2018, the Council discussed and adopted conclusions on the Central African Republic.
In its conclusions, the Council underlines that the situation in the Central African Republic (CAR) is still very fragile and that the EU remains engaged in support of the country. The EU emphasises the need to continue working, through its various instruments, to help the CAR get back on the road to stability, peace and development and to meet the aspirations of its entire population for lasting peace and reconciliation.
The EU reiterates its support for the African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation under the auspices of the African Union and the leadership of President Touadéra to reach a peace and reconciliation agreement, to create the conditions for the complete disarmament of armed groups and to strengthen State authority, while preserving the unity and integrity of the CAR.
The EU also stresses the importance of inclusive involvement of all institutions and all actors of Central African society, including women, youth and civil society. The EU calls on all international actors, especially those engaged in the CAR, to support the action of the government and the African Initiative in a properly coordinated and fully transparent manner.
The Council also welcomes the commitment of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in CAR (MINUSCA), in particular to support the CAR authorities in carrying out the security sector reform process and to help them restore State authority.
The Council emphasises that the security situation, including hybrid threats, confirms the need to continue to strengthen the Central African Armed Forces (FACA), and welcomes the request by the CAR for additional assistance for the Internal Security Forces, notably by means of civilian engagement. Ministers invited the EEAS to establish and deploy as soon as possible a civil-military interoperability pillar within EUTM RCA, tasked with providing strategic advice in this area.
The EU remains concerned by the humanitarian situation in the CAR and emphasises the need for the international community to mobilise in response to the humanitarian emergency, and reiterates its own ongoing engagement through the Bêkou Trust Fund. The EU remains strongly committed to the CAR, with an envelope of EUR 487 million allocated for the period 2017-2020.
Article: Sudan’s FM to meet Deby, Touadéra over peace in Central African Republic
http://www.sudantribune.com/spip.php?article66426
SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER 2018
Sudan’s FM to meet Deby, Touadéra over peace in Central African Republic
October 14, 2018 (KHARTOUM) - Sudan’s foreign minister will travel to Ndjamena and Bangui on Monday to discuss his government efforts to settle the armed conflict in the neighbouring Central African Republic.
Last month in a meeting held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, the African Union integrated the Sudanese initiative to end the armed conflict in the Central African Republic (CAR) between Muslim and Christian militias that continue to destabilize the country despite the deployment of a UN peacekeeping mission.
In a statement released on Sunday, the Sudanese foreign ministry said Minister El-Dirdeiry Ahmed will hand over a message from President Omer al-Bashir to President Idriss Deby of Chad and President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of CAR.
The Sudanese initiative, which involves Russia also, provides to bring together the leaders of the warring armed groups to discuss ways to end the conflict and build confidence between the different communities in the country in order to repair social fabric.
The African Union has its African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation, however, the mediators failed to bring the armed groups together.
Last August, the Sudanese government hosted a meeting including the main armed groups, the Christian anti-Balaka militia of Maxime Mokom and Muslim Seleka armed faction led Noureddine Adam.
At the end of the two-day meeting on 29 August, the two groups signed a framework agreement pledging to cease hostilities and to not obstruct free movement of persons and goods with the neighbouring countries and committed themselves to the African Union process for peace and reconciliation in CAR.
Khartoum counts on Chad which has good relations with the Seleka militia group to support its efforts to achieve peace in the landlocked country which has growing commercial relations with Sudan.
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Article: Sudan’s FM to meet Deby, Touadéra over peace in Central African Republic
http://www.sudantribune.com/spip.php?article66426
SUNDAY 14 OCTOBER 2018
Sudan’s FM to meet Deby, Touadéra over peace in Central African Republic
October 14, 2018 (KHARTOUM) - Sudan’s foreign minister will travel to Ndjamena and Bangui on Monday to discuss his government efforts to settle the armed conflict in the neighbouring Central African Republic.
Last month in a meeting held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, the African Union integrated the Sudanese initiative to end the armed conflict in the Central African Republic (CAR) between Muslim and Christian militias that continue to destabilize the country despite the deployment of a UN peacekeeping mission.
In a statement released on Sunday, the Sudanese foreign ministry said Minister El-Dirdeiry Ahmed will hand over a message from President Omer al-Bashir to President Idriss Deby of Chad and President Faustin-Archange Touadéra of CAR.
The Sudanese initiative, which involves Russia also, provides to bring together the leaders of the warring armed groups to discuss ways to end the conflict and build confidence between the different communities in the country in order to repair social fabric.
The African Union has its African Initiative for Peace and Reconciliation, however, the mediators failed to bring the armed groups together.
Last August, the Sudanese government hosted a meeting including the main armed groups, the Christian anti-Balaka militia of Maxime Mokom and Muslim Seleka armed faction led Noureddine Adam.
At the end of the two-day meeting on 29 August, the two groups signed a framework agreement pledging to cease hostilities and to not obstruct free movement of persons and goods with the neighbouring countries and committed themselves to the African Union process for peace and reconciliation in CAR.
Khartoum counts on Chad which has good relations with the Seleka militia group to support its efforts to achieve peace in the landlocked country which has growing commercial relations with Sudan.
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Is Canaf Investments Inc’s (CVE:CAF) 18% ROE Strong Compared To Its Industry?
https://simplywall.st/stocks/ca/materials/tsxv-caf/canaf-investments-shares/news/is-canaf-investments-incs-cvecaf-18-roe-strong-compared-to-its-industry/
Is Canaf Investments Inc’s (CVE:CAF) 18% ROE Strong Compared To Its Industry?
Kyle Sanford October 6, 2018
Many investors are still learning about the various metrics that can be useful when analysing a stock. This article is for those who would like to learn about Return On Equity (ROE). We’ll use ROE to examine Canaf Investments Inc (CVE:CAF), by way of a worked example.
Canaf Investments has a ROE of 18%, based on the last twelve months. One way to conceptualize this, is that for each CA$1 of shareholders’ equity it has, the company made CA$0.18 in profit.
Check out our latest analysis for Canaf Investments
How Do You Calculate Return On Equity?
The formula for ROE is:
Return on Equity = Net Profit ÷ Shareholders’ Equity
Or for Canaf Investments:
18% = US$462k ÷ US$3m (Based on the trailing twelve months to July 2018.)
Most readers would understand what net profit is, but it’s worth explaining the concept of shareholders’ equity. It is all earnings retained by the company, plus any capital paid in by shareholders. Shareholders’ equity can be calculated by subtracting the total liabilities of the company from the total assets of the company.
What Does Return On Equity Mean?
ROE looks at the amount a company earns relative to the money it has kept within the business. The ‘return’ is the amount earned after tax over the last twelve months. A higher profit will lead to a a higher ROE. So, all else equal, investors should like a high ROE. That means ROE can be used to compare two businesses.
Does Canaf Investments Have A Good Return On Equity?
By comparing a company’s ROE with its industry average, we can get a quick measure of how good it is. However, this method is only useful as a rough check, because companies do differ quite a bit within the same industry classification. As you can see in the graphic below, Canaf Investments has a higher ROE than the average (11%) in the metals and mining industry.
TSXV:CAF Last Perf October 5th 18
TSXV:CAF Last Perf October 5th 18
That’s clearly a positive. We think a high ROE, alone, is usually enough to justify further research into a company. One data point to check is if insiders have bought shares recently.
Why You Should Consider Debt When Looking At ROE
Virtually all companies need money to invest in the business, to grow profits. That cash can come from issuing shares, retained earnings, or debt. In the first and second cases, the ROE will reflect this use of cash for investment in the business. In the latter case, the debt used for growth will improve returns, but won’t affect the total equity. That will make the ROE look better than if no debt was used.
Combining Canaf Investments’s Debt And Its 18% Return On Equity
While Canaf Investments does have a tiny amount of debt, with debt to equity of just 0.069, we think the use of debt is very modest. The fact that it achieved a fairly good ROE with only modest debt suggests the business might be worth putting on your watchlist. Conservative use of debt to boost returns is usually a good move for shareholders, though it does leave the company more exposed to interest rate rises.
The Key Takeaway
Return on equity is useful for comparing the quality of different businesses. In my book the highest quality companies have high return on equity, despite low debt. All else being equal, a higher ROE is better.
Article - France Urges EU To Help Stabilize The Central African Republic
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/french-foreign-policy/european-union/events/article/eu-jean-yves-le-drian-attending-foreign-affairs-council-15-10-18
CAR. At France’s request and amid the growing influence of foreign actors, the ministers will discuss the situation in the Central African Republic. The minister will call for strengthened EU action alongside that of the African Union, the countries in the region and the UN, to support the country’s stabilization and the restoration of State authority. This will include support for Central African domestic security forces in addition to the EU’s already considerably support for the Central African armed forces via EUTM RCA. All European partners must mobilize to help this country.
Article - France Urges EU To Help Stabilize The Central African Republic
https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/french-foreign-policy/european-union/events/article/eu-jean-yves-le-drian-attending-foreign-affairs-council-15-10-18
CAR. At France’s request and amid the growing influence of foreign actors, the ministers will discuss the situation in the Central African Republic. The minister will call for strengthened EU action alongside that of the African Union, the countries in the region and the UN, to support the country’s stabilization and the restoration of State authority. This will include support for Central African domestic security forces in addition to the EU’s already considerably support for the Central African armed forces via EUTM RCA. All European partners must mobilize to help this country.
Axmin 3.46 million shares for debt
2018-10-12 15:55 MT - Shares for Debt
The TSX Venture Exchange has accepted for filing the company's proposal to issue 3.46 million shares to settle outstanding debt for $1,038,000.
Number of creditors: one creditor
For further details, please refer to the company's news release dated Oct. 10, 2018.
© 2018 Canjex Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved.
Axmin 3.46 million shares for debt
2018-10-12 15:55 MT - Shares for Debt
The TSX Venture Exchange has accepted for filing the company's proposal to issue 3.46 million shares to settle outstanding debt for $1,038,000.
Number of creditors: one creditor
For further details, please refer to the company's news release dated Oct. 10, 2018.
© 2018 Canjex Publishing Ltd. All rights reserved.
AXMIN Announces Settlement of Accounts Payable
2018-10-10 09:35 MT - News Release
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 10, 2018) - AXMIN Inc. (TSXV: AXM) ("AXMIN" or the "Company") announces that it has entered into an agreement to settle a long standing accounts payable by the Company.
As previously announced on November 15, 2013, the Company entered into a consultancy agreement (the "Consulting Agreement") to assist AXMIN with securing its ownership of licenses in the Central African Republic. Under this Consulting Agreement the consultant was entitled to remuneration upon the successful completion of its services. The total outstanding payments due under this Consulting Agreement amount to US$2 million and were duly recorded in the Company's accounts payable. The Company has benefited from the renewal of its respective licenses and permits and is in good standing with the Government of the Central African Republic.
After extended negotiations as referenced in the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis for the six months ended June 30, 2018 and 2017, the Company has agreed to a settlement of this accounts payable by making a payment of US$1.2 million and the issuance of 3.46 million shares at a price of C$0.30 per share (the "Settlement Agreement"). The transaction relating to the Settlement Agreement was unanimously approved by the Board of AXMIN, and has also received conditional approval from the TSX Venture Exchange; closing of the transaction will occur immediately following final approval from the TSX Venture Exchange.
The shares issued pursuant to the above-referenced Settlement Agreement will be subject to transfer restrictions under a two (2) year lock-up agreement, during which time the shares may not be sold. The transfer restrictions under the lock-up agreement will expire two (2) years plus one day from the date of grant.
AXMIN Chairman Lucy Yan said, "The Company appreciates the assistance and value provided during this difficult period of force majeure. AXMIN also appreciates the patience provided in settling this long outstanding invoice and the confidence expressed in our Company by the acceptance of shares in lieu of a cash payment. The resulting improvement of AXMIN's balance sheet is very good news for our Company and we look forward to getting back on site in the Central African Republic as soon as possible."
About AXMIN
AXMIN is a Canadian exploration and development company with a strong focus on the African continent. AXMIN continues to closely monitor the political situation at its Feasibility Stage Passendro Gold Project in the Central African Republic. For more information regarding AXMIN visit our website at www.axmininc.com.
For additional information, please contact AXMIN Inc.:
Lucy Yan
Chairman and CEO
ceo@axmininc.com
AXMIN Inc.
General Enquiries
Jin Kuang
Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary
j.kuang@axmininc.com
604-339-7688
Investor Relations
ir@axmininc.com
www.axmininc.com
AXMIN Announces Settlement of Accounts Payable
2018-10-10 09:35 MT - News Release
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - October 10, 2018) - AXMIN Inc. (TSXV: AXM) ("AXMIN" or the "Company") announces that it has entered into an agreement to settle a long standing accounts payable by the Company.
As previously announced on November 15, 2013, the Company entered into a consultancy agreement (the "Consulting Agreement") to assist AXMIN with securing its ownership of licenses in the Central African Republic. Under this Consulting Agreement the consultant was entitled to remuneration upon the successful completion of its services. The total outstanding payments due under this Consulting Agreement amount to US$2 million and were duly recorded in the Company's accounts payable. The Company has benefited from the renewal of its respective licenses and permits and is in good standing with the Government of the Central African Republic.
After extended negotiations as referenced in the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis for the six months ended June 30, 2018 and 2017, the Company has agreed to a settlement of this accounts payable by making a payment of US$1.2 million and the issuance of 3.46 million shares at a price of C$0.30 per share (the "Settlement Agreement"). The transaction relating to the Settlement Agreement was unanimously approved by the Board of AXMIN, and has also received conditional approval from the TSX Venture Exchange; closing of the transaction will occur immediately following final approval from the TSX Venture Exchange.
The shares issued pursuant to the above-referenced Settlement Agreement will be subject to transfer restrictions under a two (2) year lock-up agreement, during which time the shares may not be sold. The transfer restrictions under the lock-up agreement will expire two (2) years plus one day from the date of grant.
AXMIN Chairman Lucy Yan said, "The Company appreciates the assistance and value provided during this difficult period of force majeure. AXMIN also appreciates the patience provided in settling this long outstanding invoice and the confidence expressed in our Company by the acceptance of shares in lieu of a cash payment. The resulting improvement of AXMIN's balance sheet is very good news for our Company and we look forward to getting back on site in the Central African Republic as soon as possible."
About AXMIN
AXMIN is a Canadian exploration and development company with a strong focus on the African continent. AXMIN continues to closely monitor the political situation at its Feasibility Stage Passendro Gold Project in the Central African Republic. For more information regarding AXMIN visit our website at www.axmininc.com.
For additional information, please contact AXMIN Inc.:
Lucy Yan
Chairman and CEO
ceo@axmininc.com
AXMIN Inc.
General Enquiries
Jin Kuang
Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Secretary
j.kuang@axmininc.com
604-339-7688
Investor Relations
ir@axmininc.com
www.axmininc.com
CAR President To Speak At World Investment Forum (Oct.22-26)
http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/speaker/h-e-prof-faustin-archange-toudera/]http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/speaker/h-e-prof-faustin-archange-toudera/
http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/homepage/about-wif/]http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/homepage/about-wif/
ABOUT THE WORLD INVESTMENT FORUM
The UNCTAD World Investment Forum is the pre-eminent global platform for investment and development. The Forum devises strategies and solutions for global investment and development challenges. It facilitates multi-stakeholder collective action to stimulate investment in development. The Forum offers a unique opportunity to influence investment-related policymaking, shape the global investment environment, and to network with global leaders in business and politics.
2018 marks the 10th anniversary of the Forum. Previous editions took place in Accra (2008), Xiamen (2010), Doha (2012), Geneva (2014) and Nairobi (2016), The Forum was set up to fill the investment institutional gap in the international economic governance architecture. Since its inception it has served as the leading forum to leverage investment policy for sustainable development.
The Forum biennually gathers more than 4,000 investment stakeholders from 160 countries. The stakeholder landscape encompasses high-level participants from the global investment community, including Heads of State and Government, ministers, executives of global companies and stock exchanges, sovereign wealth fund managers, investment treaty negotiators, heads of investment promotion agencies, international investment location experts, heads of international organizations, parliamentarians, civil society representatives, eminent scholars, and the international media.
THE WORLD INVESTMENT FORUM 2018
Organized under the overall theme Investing in Sustainable Development, the Forum will address global challenges for international investment in the new era of globalization and industrialization. Investment stakeholders will gather to brainstorm solution-oriented initiatives and build global partnerships to advance prosperity for all.
In 2018 the World Investment Forum will bring more actors to the table including philanthropists, impact fund headsand other sustainability pioneers. More than 5,000 investment stakeholders are anticipated to converge in Geneva for the event.
Download the official UNCTAD Notification for the 2018 Forum here:
CAR President To Speak At World Investment Forum (Oct.22-26)
http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/speaker/h-e-prof-faustin-archange-toudera/]http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/speaker/h-e-prof-faustin-archange-toudera/
http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/homepage/about-wif/]http://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org/homepage/about-wif/
ABOUT THE WORLD INVESTMENT FORUM
The UNCTAD World Investment Forum is the pre-eminent global platform for investment and development. The Forum devises strategies and solutions for global investment and development challenges. It facilitates multi-stakeholder collective action to stimulate investment in development. The Forum offers a unique opportunity to influence investment-related policymaking, shape the global investment environment, and to network with global leaders in business and politics.
2018 marks the 10th anniversary of the Forum. Previous editions took place in Accra (2008), Xiamen (2010), Doha (2012), Geneva (2014) and Nairobi (2016), The Forum was set up to fill the investment institutional gap in the international economic governance architecture. Since its inception it has served as the leading forum to leverage investment policy for sustainable development.
The Forum biennually gathers more than 4,000 investment stakeholders from 160 countries. The stakeholder landscape encompasses high-level participants from the global investment community, including Heads of State and Government, ministers, executives of global companies and stock exchanges, sovereign wealth fund managers, investment treaty negotiators, heads of investment promotion agencies, international investment location experts, heads of international organizations, parliamentarians, civil society representatives, eminent scholars, and the international media.
THE WORLD INVESTMENT FORUM 2018
Organized under the overall theme Investing in Sustainable Development, the Forum will address global challenges for international investment in the new era of globalization and industrialization. Investment stakeholders will gather to brainstorm solution-oriented initiatives and build global partnerships to advance prosperity for all.
In 2018 the World Investment Forum will bring more actors to the table including philanthropists, impact fund headsand other sustainability pioneers. More than 5,000 investment stakeholders are anticipated to converge in Geneva for the event.
Download the official UNCTAD Notification for the 2018 Forum here:
Moscow to Establish Military Representation in CAR
https://sputniknews.com/africa/201810091068711525-russia-car-defense-ministry-representation/
1:23 09.10.2018(updated 01:38 09.10.2018)
MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russia will offer the Central African Republic (CAR) to establish a representation of the Russian Defense Ministry at the CAR Defense Ministry, according to a document published on the official portal of legal information on Monday.
"To approve the draft agreement between the governments of Russia and the CAR, submitted by the Russian Defense Ministry and coordinated with the Russian Foreign Ministry, on the establishment of a representation of the Russian Defense Ministry at the CAR Defense Ministry," the document reads.
The Russian Defense Ministry is expected to hold talks with the CAR and on behalf of the Russian government, to sign the agreement. Non-fundamental changes to the draft are allowed if necessary, the statement adds.
The goal of the draft deal is to assist the CAR in resolving issues of military and defense industry cooperation, as well as to train the CAR military personnel by the Russian specialists, the statement reads.
According to the project, the representation will be maintained at the expense of the Russian side, and will consist of five people.
The staff of the mission will not participate in hostilities in the territory of the CAR. If they find themselves in an emergency situation, the CAR authorities will take measures to ensure their safety, the document says.
Since 2012, the CAR has been destabilized by the conflict between the Muslim armed group Seleka, Christian Anti-balaka militias and the government. In late August, Seleka and Anti-balaka signed a declaration of understanding after a Russia-brokered peace meeting in Khartoum.
Moscow to Establish Military Representation in CAR
https://sputniknews.com/africa/201810091068711525-russia-car-defense-ministry-representation/
1:23 09.10.2018(updated 01:38 09.10.2018)
MOSCOW (Sputnik) – Russia will offer the Central African Republic (CAR) to establish a representation of the Russian Defense Ministry at the CAR Defense Ministry, according to a document published on the official portal of legal information on Monday.
"To approve the draft agreement between the governments of Russia and the CAR, submitted by the Russian Defense Ministry and coordinated with the Russian Foreign Ministry, on the establishment of a representation of the Russian Defense Ministry at the CAR Defense Ministry," the document reads.
The Russian Defense Ministry is expected to hold talks with the CAR and on behalf of the Russian government, to sign the agreement. Non-fundamental changes to the draft are allowed if necessary, the statement adds.
The goal of the draft deal is to assist the CAR in resolving issues of military and defense industry cooperation, as well as to train the CAR military personnel by the Russian specialists, the statement reads.
According to the project, the representation will be maintained at the expense of the Russian side, and will consist of five people.
The staff of the mission will not participate in hostilities in the territory of the CAR. If they find themselves in an emergency situation, the CAR authorities will take measures to ensure their safety, the document says.
Since 2012, the CAR has been destabilized by the conflict between the Muslim armed group Seleka, Christian Anti-balaka militias and the government. In late August, Seleka and Anti-balaka signed a declaration of understanding after a Russia-brokered peace meeting in Khartoum.