The UN political affairs chief Rosemary DiCarlo called on Thursday the Security Council to ensure reliable funding for African Union (AU) efforts towards greater peace and security on the continent.
In a statement, DiCarlo said that the AU peace operations should be considered as part of the range of responses to crises in Africa, alongside established UN mechanisms. They need predictable, flexible and sustainable financing. We look to the Security Council for its support.
DiCarl noted: "The changing nature of conflict in Africa has forced the partners to adapt their operations in response to new and evolving challenges."
“The case for adequately financing AU-led peace support operations is beyond solid. We are therefore hopeful that the Security Council will agree to provide its backing, including allowing access to UN assessed contributions,” she pointed out.
She made her remarks duting a session on securing predictable, sustainable and flexible resources for AU-led peace support operations mandated by the Council.
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