Security Council Press Statement on the Central African Republic:The members of the Security Council met on 22 February 2018 to discuss the situation in the Central African Republic (CAR) and the activities of the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA). They also encouraged President Touadera to cement and broaden national ownership of the peace process, in close partnership with the Panel. They demanded that all armed groups lay down their arms and engage constructively in the peace process immediately and unconditionally. In particular, they paid tribute to MINUSCA for its operation “Mbaranga” in Paoua in January 2018 to protect civilians. They also took note of the ongoing good collaboration between the Central African Government and international partners, including MINUSCA and EUTM-RCA, to prepare the sustainable redeployment of the Central African armed forces trained by EUTM-RCA within the broader framework of the extension of the State authority and security.

Source: The North Africa Journal February 28, 2018 11:03 UTC