The situation in the Central African Republic - Security Council, 10249th meeting
Report of the Secretary-General on the Central African Republic (S/2026/812)
Speaking timeValentin Rugabiza (15.3%) · Central African Republic (14.7%) · Democratic Republic of the Congo (9.9%) + 13 more
Security Council, 10249th meeting. Agenda item taken up: “Report of the Secretary-General on the Central African Republic (S/2026/812)”. 13 speakers were heard, representing 13 delegations.
Partly attributed: 30% of speech unattributed. Attributed to a named speaker 66% · unattributed 30% · Chair 4%.
Points of disagreement
Latvia regretted that the residual legislative, regional, and local elections had been further postponed, and urged the CAR authorities to find a timely solution so that all voters could express their will and the electoral process could be completed.
Bahrain expressed concern over the deteriorating security situation in some Northeast and Southeast regions of the Central African Republic, and condemned the attack on the temporary operating base of MINUSCA in Amdafok.
Russian Federation stated that the consistent efforts of the government of the CAR to stabilize the country, with the support of Russia and other international partners, are yielding results, citing curtailed activity of illegal armed groups and a downward trend in human rights violations.
Key points
Panama highlighted progress in the Secretary-General's report, including elected local authorities and ongoing disarmament efforts, while stating that the worsening security situation in the northeast and southeast, including the attack of the 30th of June in Amdafok, showed the fragility of these gains.
Democratic Republic of the Congo, on behalf of A3, expressed concern that, due to a lack of financial resources, the national electoral authorities could no longer proceed with the planned residual, legislative, regional and local elections, which it said it was appalled to learn.
Greece commended MINUSCA for the release of hostages, including the subprefect in the Southeast region of Babuti that were held captive since 28th of December, following several months of intense mediation by local leaders and MINUSCA.
Statement by statement · 13 speakers
🇫🇷 France
France said progress was being made in the Central African Republic towards a return to peace and security, citing the simultaneous holding of elections and continued implementation of the agreement signed in 2025, while the security situation remained volatile with armed groups still operating.
France stressed that MINUSCO's role was essential in protecting civilians, extending state authority, maintaining humanitarian access and strengthening Central African institutional and security capacities to consolidate gains and prepare for a successful transition.
France welcomed the creation of a Central African Interministerial Committee, and emphasized that transfers of responsibilities must not be rushed but must continue in a resolute and determined way, conditional on developments on the ground.
🇱🇻 Latvia
Latvia regretted that the residual legislative, regional, and local elections had been further postponed, and urged the CAR authorities to find a timely solution so that all voters could express their will and the electoral process could be completed.
Latvia condemned attacks against civilians, CAR defense forces, and MINUSCA peacekeepers, citing the 30 June attack on Amdafok, and said the security situation in the northeast remained volatile.
Latvia stated that transition of MINUSCA tasks should be a conditions-based process guided by careful assessment of the situation on the ground, and that MINUSCA must continue accompanying the government and people of the Central African Republic.
🇵🇦 Panama
Panama highlighted progress in the Secretary-General's report, including elected local authorities and ongoing disarmament efforts, while stating that the worsening security situation in the northeast and southeast, including the attack of the 30th of June in Amdafok, showed the fragility of these gains.
Panama condemned attacks against civilians and United Nations personnel, welcomed the release of hostages held by the AAKG group, and called for the immediate and unconditional release of all kidnapped, particularly girls and boys.
🇧🇭 Bahrain
Bahrain welcomed the outcomes of the meeting of the Strategic Committee on Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration and Security, and encouraged further close cooperation between the Central African Republic's government and MINUSCA on implementing the 2019 Agreement for Peace and Reconciliation and the 2025 Njamina Agreements.
Bahrain expressed concern over the deteriorating security situation in some Northeast and Southeast regions of the Central African Republic, and condemned the attack on the temporary operating base of MINUSCA in Amdafok.
🇩🇰 Denmark
Denmark noted that the Central African Republic continues to make important political progress, with the electoral process having passed smoothly, and said the new government must stay committed to the 2019 peace agreement, maintain DDR momentum and extend state authority across the country.
Denmark expressed concern that security remains fragile, citing pressure in the tri border area with Chad and Sudan, the complex attack on Amder Fok on 30 June, spillover of the war in Sudan, and increased attacks attributed to the Lord's Resistance Army and the AAKG.
Denmark supported the Secretary-General's recommendations, including renewing MINUSCA's mandate for a further year and the return of its military personnel to restore the quick reaction forces to their original strength; said any transition must be gradual and responsible.
🇺🇸 United States
United States welcomed the steps MNUSCA is taking towards transition, noting that it had already transferred security and corrections tasks to national authorities and electoral tasks to other entities.
United States noted that security had improved significantly in the Central African Republic but the gains were fragile, especially in border areas, citing the June 30th attack in the Northeast in which MNUSCA protected over 17,000 civilians.
United States called for the Central African authorities to take charge of and accelerate security sector reform, and encouraged the government and MNUSCA to continue developing and enacting timely transition plans.
🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo · on behalf of A3
Democratic Republic of the Congo, on behalf of A3, expressed concern that, due to a lack of financial resources, the national electoral authorities could no longer proceed with the planned residual, legislative, regional and local elections, which it said it was appalled to learn.
Democratic Republic of the Congo, on behalf of A3, strongly condemned the 30th June attack on Amdafok and the continued abductions of civilians, particularly children, by the Lord's Resistance Army and the Azande Ani Kpig Bay militia.
Democratic Republic of the Congo, on behalf of A3, urged international partners to strengthen support for reintegration of former combatants, and all member states to meet their financial obligations in full and on time.
🇨🇴 Colombia
Colombia expressed concern about pockets of insecurity persisting in the east of the country, which it said could spill over into a regional conflict, citing the war in Sudan bringing fighters and weapons into Vakaga and tensions linked to South Sudan fueling intercommunal violence.
Colombia condemned recent attacks by illegal armed groups, including the attack against Am Dafok that left 29 people dead and kidnappings by the LRA and the AAKG militia affecting 68 people, 40 of them children, saying these may constitute war crimes.
Colombia stated that the transition must be based on the actual capacity of the Central African state to exercise its authority, that its government must lead it, and that protection of civilians must remain MUNUSCA's primary responsibility.
🇵🇰 Pakistan
Pakistan welcomed the significant progress achieved in the Central African Republic, including the successful conduct of elections and the disarmament and demobilization of over 1900 combatants since July 2025, while emphasizing the importance of consolidating these gains.
Pakistan expressed concern over the deteriorating security situation in the northeast and southeast, particularly in Vakaga and Ut Mumbumu, and the spillover effects of the conflict in Sudan.
🇷🇺 Russian Federation
Russian Federation stated that the consistent efforts of the government of the CAR to stabilize the country, with the support of Russia and other international partners, are yielding results, citing curtailed activity of illegal armed groups and a downward trend in human rights violations.
Russian Federation called for timely and full payment of assessed contributions to the UN peacekeeping budget and continued international support for the Central African Republic.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
United Kingdom welcomed the continued consolidation of peace and security gains, the progress on disarmament and demobilization of combatants, and the work by MINESCA with the Government to reconfigure the mission and establish a clear pathway for its transition.
United Kingdom urged further steps to address persistent insecurity in the border areas, and noted that more than 416,000 people were internally displaced and around 2 million faced food insecurity, making humanitarian access critical.
🇨🇳 China
China called for ensuring the smooth completion of the electoral process in the CAR, with constructive financial, technical and logistical assistance from the international community, as the foundation for political stability.
China supported the government in implementing the political agreement for peace and reconciliation, accelerating the DDR process, and strengthening national security capacity, particularly in border control, rapid response and logistical support.
🇬🇷 Greece
Greece commended MINUSCA for the release of hostages, including the subprefect in the Southeast region of Babuti that were held captive since 28th of December, following several months of intense mediation by local leaders and MINUSCA.
Greece expressed concern about the human rights situation, stressing that protecting civilians must remain paramount, with attention to children facing grave violations and to women and girls affected by conflict related sexual violence.
Greece stressed that the transition of responsibilities to national authorities must be gradual, methodical and firmly grounded in the realities on the ground, and that premature reductions in the mission's capabilities risk undermining the achievements.
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