29 July 2018,?New York - The vast Sahel region of Africa, which is facing multiple threats and challenges ¨C including destructive climate change, drought, terrorism and organized crime ¨C must continue to be a top priority for 51³Ô¹Ï peacebuilding efforts, the??heard on Friday.?
A ¡°holistic approach¡± is needed to the address peace and security challenges in Africa¡¯s vast Sahel region, a senior 51³Ô¹Ï peacekeeping official told the Security Council on Wednesday, calling for more investment in better government, social services and youth opportunities.
Briefing by UNODC
DSG/SM/1121-PBC/125
13 DECEMBER 2017
Following are UN Deputy Secretary?General Amina Mohammed¡¯s remarks to the Peacebuilding Commission meeting on the Sahel, in New York today:
