UN: Morocco’s Hilale Briefs Security Council on Situation in Central African Republic

United Nations (New York) – At the invitation of the British Presidency of the UN Security Council for February, Morocco’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Ambassador Omar Hilale, in his capacity as chairperson of the Central African Republic Configuration of the Peace-building Commission (PBC), briefed the Council on Wednesday on political developments following the elections in the Central African Republic.

In his address, Ambassador Hilale stated that the significant progress made in the Central African Republic in terms of peace, security, and stability allows for a broadening of the international community’s engagement and the exploration of new socio-economic prospects, while fully assuming the responsibility to consolidate and preserve the hard-won gains. In this regard, he mentioned the peaceful, free, and transparent conduct of the presidential, legislative, regional, and municipal elections that took place on December 28, 2025. On behalf of the Peace-building Commission, he congratulated His Excellency President Faustin Archange Touadéra on his re-election and on the Central African government’s commitment to democracy and institutional continuity. The diplomat also emphasized that the sustainable implementation of the 2019 Political Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation remains a priority, noting that while significant progress has been made, security challenges persist. In this context, the Ambassador highlighted four priorities: the continued reform of the security sector and the extension of state authority; the consolidation of the disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration process, which has led to the demobilization of 13 of the 14 armed groups; the strengthening of justice and the rule of law, particularly through support for the Special Criminal Court and transitional justice; as well as the strengthening of the link between stabilization and inclusive development. Referring to the Central African Republic’s 2024-2028 National Development Plan, Mr. Hilale recalled that the Kingdom of Morocco, at the request of the Central African Republic government, organized the Partners’ Roundtable in Casablanca on September 14 and 15, 2025. This donor conference mobilized approximately $9 billion, a major achievement in 2025 for implementing the country’s key infrastructure projects. Hilale called for support for the implementation of these projects, which are essential to reviving public investment, rebuilding basic infrastructure, and stimulating inclusive economic growth. In this context, the chairperson of the CAR Configuration highlighted the EMAI Fund, officially launched by the Government of the Central African Republic on the sidelines of the Casablanca Partners Roundtable, and encouraged Member States and partners to contribute to it. The Moroccan ambassador also reiterated that MINUSCA remains a key partner in peace-building efforts in the Central African Republic, noting that this Mission is not only a peacekeeping force, but also an essential partner in the stabilization and development process. This meeting was notably marked by the presentation of the report of the United Nations Secretary-General by his Special Representative and Head of MINUSCA, Valentine Rugwabiza.