"UNITED NATIONS INTEGRATED PEACEBUILDING OFFICE IN GUINEA-BISSAU - UNIOGBIS"

Militants continue to stage deadly attacks as insecurity expands into previously ‘safe’ zones in West Africa, Sahel, top official tells Security Council.

Amid rising political tensions, economic woes, ongoing international support key for maintaining stability in Guinea-Bissau, top officials warns Security Council.

Security Council extends mandate of United Nations Integrated Peacebuilding Office in Guinea-Bissau, unanimously adopting resolution 2512 (2020).

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Strong, lasting support during fragile post-election period in Guinea-Bissau crucial for retaining hard-won gains, Special Representative tells Security Council.

Special Representative of the Secretary-General and the head of the UN mission in Guinea-Bissau (UNIOGBIS) Rosine H. Sori-Coulibaly said, “the upcoming post-electoral period could represent a window of opportunity for sustainable peace and stability, national cohesion and reconciliation, should there be political will and commitment by national stakeholders.” UNIFEED

Briefing by Stephane Dujarric, Spokesperson for the Secretary-General.

Briefing Security Council, senior officials urge increased international support as Guinea-Bissau prepares for November presidential election at 8614th meeting.

Assistant Secretary-General Bintou Keita told the Security Council that 2019 “is a pivotal year for Guinea-Bissau to seize the opportunity to end the recurring cycle of instability that has hampered its socioeconomic development for decades.” UNIFEED

Security Council presidential statement stresses West Africa, Sahel office needs more support, resources amid growing demand from countries in region at 8592nd meeting.