EU prepares CSDP mission in Libya
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The EU is planning to deploy a civilian CSDP mission to support the Libyan authorities in enhancing border security. European experts will advise, mentor and train their Libyan counterparts to develop a "Strategic Integrated Border Management Concept" and to strengthen Libya’s capacities for securing its land, sea and air borders.

The EU’s first preparatory elements for the mission arrived on 16 March and held a series of constructive discussions with a wide range of Libyan interlocutors including Foreign Minister Abdelaziz and officials from ministries of Justice, Defence, Interior and Local Governance. They also met with the General National Congress, Libyan civil society representatives and colleagues from the international community. Key senior experts of the team have remained in Libya since to continue working with their Libyan partners.

The mission will contribute to the regional efforts made by Libya and its neighbours aiming at bringing stability to an increasingly volatile region. Enhanced regional coordination is therefore deemed essential in order to maximise the positive impact of the mission.

The EU support will focus on border surveillance and management, civilian airport and harbour security as well as coastguard training. In addition, the mission will advise key ministries on the development of a Libyan owned model for Integrated Border Management. Human rights will be given a specific focus and some equipment will be provided alongside training. Close coordination with other international and bilateral partners active in this field will be essential for success.


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EUTM Mali - La compagnie de protection de Koulikoro
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La compagnie de force protection de Koulikoro est arrivée au camp de formation le vendredi 22 mars 2013 en fin d’après-midi. Partie de France le 17 mars, elle est arrivée à Dakar, au Sénégal, en fin de journée.

La compagnie a perçu des véhicules de la gamme « Rover » livrés précédemment, et a pris la route en direction de Bamako le 19 mars. Un long périple à travers le Sénégal et l’ouest du Mali pour atteindre Bamako le 21 mars 2013 en milieu de journée. Ils y ont attendu l’arrivée d’un Antonov affrété par l'armée allemande avant de quitter la capitale et de rejoindre Koulikoro.

Cette compagnie de protection compte un peu plus de 90 personnes qui constituent 3 sections. Leurs missions sont essentiellement la garde des infrastructures de EUTM Mali au sein du camp militaire de Koulikoro, la sécurité des séances d’entraînement à l’extérieur (combat, séances de tirs, manœuvre en véhicules, etc.) et les escortes des déplacements entre la capitale et le camp. La sécurité à l’intérieur du camp est toujours assurée par les forces maliennes.

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