Recommendations
 
RECOMMENDATIONS

  • In the implementation of civil-military operations, it is imperative that the proper groundwork for conducting such an operation should be in place and objectives of the operations should be clearly defined to all parties.
  • Peacekeepers should continuously undergo appropriate training and relevant exercises to be able to upgrade their skills and expertise amidst their evolving roles and responsibilities.
  • The integrated approach in response to conflict necessitates development and implementation of combined procedures and guidelines to facilitate easier and more holistic response.
  • The leadership of the peacekeeping operations should ascertain that each component understands clearly its roles and responsibilities to be able to ensure a functional and effective command and control system.
  • The end state with a clear mission statement should be comprehensive enough to encompass the full range of all key components to properly guide the transition from peace operation to local government control.
  • There should be continuous consultation and dialogue between the leadership of the peacekeeping operations and the local leaders to ensure that the exit strategies will be realistic and acceptable to all concerned parties.
  • The time frame provided for the transition from peace operation to local government should be realistic and in consonance with the factors indicated in the end state.
  • There should be integrated or combined efforts to facilitate relief and development activities for a more organized and systematic delivery of humanitarian support in cooperation with other components.
  • At the onset, peacekeepers should have appropriate knowledge and relevant information of the conflict area for a better understanding of the situation, which is necessary in the formulation of more applicable exit strategies.

  • Rehabilitation and re-establishment of key political, economic and social structures and institutions in the conflict area should be given utmost importance and priority as contributory conditions to normalcy
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