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<p>The creation of the G5 Sahel Joint Force is a step forward in countering terrorism
and illegal migration. We were pleased that the UN Security Council offered its political
support to the mission earlier this year. For our part the United Kingdom is currently
undertaking a scoping mission to see what more we can do in the Sahel, including potential
support to the G5 Sahel Joint Force. Funding is an important factor in determining
a mission’s success, which is why we were pleased to support the EU commitment to
provide €50 million to the Joint Force.</p><p>We recognise the challenges faced by
the force and the value of tackling terrorists and traffickers with a holistic approach
right across the region, in particular ensuring there is a clear plan to deliver services
alongside security. If security gains are to take root, work must also continue to
develop robust frameworks for compliance with human rights and international humanitarian
law. We welcome the UN Secretary-General’s recent report on the mission and his options
for potential UN support. We are studying these in detail and considering the complementary
roles that bilateral and multilateral support can play in the Sahel region.</p>
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