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<p>Disarmament, demobilisation and reintegration (DDR) is essential to create the
conditions for stability and security in the Central African Republic (CAR). The UN
peacekeeping force in CAR, the UN Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission
in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA), is the lead on DDR work in CAR. The UK
works closely with MINUSCA to ensure it provides adequate support to CAR authorities
to launch DDR in CAR.</p><p>MINUSCA has budgeted $28 million for a DDR programme aimed
at what they expect will amount to 3,500 ex-Seleka fighters in total and 1,500-3,500
dependants. Through the UK’s contribution to MINUSCA, we support this vital work on
pushing DDR forward in CAR.</p><p>MINUSCA is currently in the pre-DDR phase, preparing
for the launch of DDR. This entails a sensitisation process/education process for
former combatants who will take part in DDR.</p>
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