UNSMIL explores Tunisian expertise for mine clearance in Libya


The United Nations Support Mission in Libya (UNSMIL) is seeking to draw on Tunisian expertise to strengthen Libya’s capacity in mine clearance and explosive ordnance disposal.

The discussions came during a visit to the Tunisian Centre of Excellence for Countering Improvised Explosive Devices in Bizerte by the Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General and Resident Coordinator in Libya, Ulrika Richardson, accompanied by a delegation from the UN Mine Action Service.

Talks focused on specialised cooperation, including training in disposing of explosive remnants of war and countering improvised explosive devices.

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Source: Libya Observer


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