Insecurity and Instability in the Sahel Region: The Case of Mali
Abstract
Despite its somewhat successful use of the military, the Malian government is not seen as doing nearly enough to fight and chase out terrorists from its northern regions where they find safe haven. Regional rivalries have resurfaced and jeopardized the regional cooperation effort. The creation of a Combined Staff Command including Mali, Mauritania, Algeria and Niger, plus the Malian government s own development initiative for its northern desert regions will take time to bear fruit, meanwhile the collapse of the Gaddafi regime has seen the infiltration of weapons, ammunitions, and armed Tuareg combatants increasing the security threat faster than can be addressed by on-going initiatives. This case study on Mali examines the major internal and external factors of the security challenges as well as the instability threat in its northern regions. This paper explores approaches to address the security situation on a regional basis with the support of foreign military assistance. It also argues the necessity of social and economic development of the regions with support of international partners in order to establish more governmental control.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 19, 2012
- Accession Number
- ADA561296
Entities
People
- Oumar Diarra
Organizations
- United States Army War College