European External Action Service

08/12/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/12/2024 06:36

Deputy Director MPCC visits EUTM CAR

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Deputy Director MPCC visits EUTM CAR

High-Level Visit Reinforces EU Commitment in the Central African Republic.

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The European Union Training Mission in Central African Republic (EUTM RCA) had the privilege of hosting Major General Werner ALBL, Deputy Director and Chief of Staff of the Military Planning and Conduct Capability (MPCC) of the European Union, during his recent visit to Bangui.

Major General ALBL's visit to the Central African Republic (CAR) was aimed at gaining a comprehensive understanding of the operational environment and identifying the challenges and obstacles faced by EUTM RCA as it fulfills its mission in the region. His schedule included a series of meetings with key political and military leaders with whom EUTM RCA collaborates closely in its daily operations.

Among the very distinguished officials of CAR, Major General ALBL met His Excellency Professor Faustin-Archange TOUADERA, the President of the Central African Republic, Mr. Claude Rameaux BIREAU, the Minister of National Defense and Restructuring of the Armed Forces, and General Zéphirin MAMADOU, the Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces.

Also, Major General ALBLheld working meetings with representatives of various international actors involved in the Security Sector Reform in CAR, including Her Excellency Ms. Valentine RUGWABIZA, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the U.N. Mission, His Excellency Mr. Douglas Carpenter, the EU Ambassador, Major General Luis MONSANTO, the Deputy Force Commander of MINUSCA, and Mr. José Manuel MARQUES the Head of the EU Advisory Mission in CAR.

During these meetings, the officials of CAR underscored the significance of the European Union's presence in CAR, particularly highlighting the vital role of EUTM RCA in the young leadership development of the Central African Armed Forces (FACA).

This visit reinforced the shared commitment between the European Union and CAR to the reform in the security sector. The ongoing efforts of EUTM RCA in enhancing the capabilities of FACA are crucial for ensuring long-term security and sustainable development in CAR.

EUTM RCA

EUTM-RCA contributes to reform the Central African Republic defence sector within the framework of a wider Security Sector Reform, in close coordination with other International Support Missions such as the EU Delegation in Bangui, the United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) and the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM). The mission support the Central African authorities and is engaged in strategic advice and education.