UN Security Council press statement on the situation in Burundi 22 August 2018 1. While the security situation in the country is generally calm, the members of Security Council reiterated their concern over the political situation in Burundi, the slow...
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UN Security Council press statement on the situation in Burundi 22 August 2018 1. While the security situation in the country is generally calm, the members of Security Council reiterated their concern over the political situation in Burundi, the slow progress of the inter- Burundian dialogue led by the East African Community (EAC), and the lack of engagement by the Government of Burundi in that regard. They welcomed the announcement by President Nkurunziza that he will not seek another term in 2020, which is seen as a first step towards reducing political tensions and noted additional progress will be necessary for credible elections. 2. The members of Security Council welcomed and expressed their support for the renewed commitment by the African Union (AU) and the EAC, to a peaceful resolution of the political situation in Burundi through an inclusive dialogue on the basis of the Arusha Agreement of 28 August 2000 and the Constitution of Burundi, and reiterated their support for the
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