TOUCH DOWN IN #MALI

300 UK troops have arrived in Mali to commence preparations in support of @UN_MINUSMA peacekeeping mission

The highly trained task force will conduct reconnaissance patrols to help the UN protect civilians
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/300-british-troops-deploy-to-mali-on-un-peacekeeping-mission

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OUR ROLE

@LDLightCav @RAnglians @The_Black_Rats will provide a highly specialised reconnaissance capability

conducting patrols to gather intelligence

engaging with local population to help @UN_MINUSMA respond to threats from violent extremism & weak governance

FACTS ABOUT #MINUSMA

The @UNPeacekeeping Mission in #Mali is made up of over 14,000 peacekeepers from 56 different countries and works to:

support peace efforts
encourage security sector reform
protect civilians
promote human rights

About the Sahel:

One of Africa’s most fragile regions
Marked by chronic poverty, instability, gender inequality
Vulnerable to effects of climate change
Terrorist violence & conflict on the rise

is one of the largest donors here
In 2020 #UKaid gave $19 million to #Mali

This deployment of UK troops is a demonstration of the importance we place on improving security in the Sahel by protecting local communities.

This links to our work on the UN Security Council to support political efforts to build sustainable, enduring long-term peace in #Mali.