Peace and Security

People displaced by fighting between armed groups in the Central African Republic (CAR), seek refuge in Batangafo, north of the capital Bangui.
OCHA/Gemma Cortes

At high-level debate, UN officials urge boosted efforts for security sector reform

12 February 2015

Security sector reform, good governance, the rule of law, and accountable institutions are critical building blocks for a sustainable future, United Nations Deputy Secretary-General Jan Eliasson declared today as he urged a greater international focus on security sector reform as part of an effort to strengthen the links between peace and security, development, and human rights.

Secretary General Ban Ki-moon.
UN Photo/Mark Garten (file)

Mozambique: UN chief welcomes dialogue between President and opposition leader

10 February 2015
Africa

United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has welcomed the meetings between Mozambique President Filipe Nyusi and the head of the opposition RENAMO party, Afonso Dhlakama, adding his approval of the progress made in talks between the two leaders and congratulating them both for their “commitment to dialogue,” the UN Spokesperson's office has announced.