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The Feasibility of Militia Integration in Libya: A Pivotal Step for Peace and State-Building

2024-03-18 07:23

Fuat Emir Şefkatli

#Governance , #Libya , #Militias , #Peace , #LibyaDDR , #Disarmament , #MilitiaChallenges , #StateBuilding , #PeaceProcess , #GovernanceReform , #NationalUnity, #DDR , #Reintegration , #Security,

The Feasibility of Militia Integration in Libya: A Pivotal Step for Peace and State-Building

"Examines Libya's DDR process, highlighting the challenges and opportunities arising from militia proliferation and fragmented governance."

Libya, emerging from the shadows of conflict, stands at a critical juncture where the successful implementation of disarmament, demobilization, and reintegration (DDR) programs is not merely a policy option but a necessity for lasting peace and state-building. The Libyan Dossier, characterized by the proliferation of militias and fragmented governance, presents unique challenges and opportunities for DDR processes, making it a pivotal case study in the field. 

 

The distinct local dynamics, shaped by the social composition, conflict experiences, and economic structures, play a crucial role in understanding the challenges for DDR and security sector reform (SSR). Despite a primary focus on SSR, limited progress has been made. State-led DDR has been also largely dormant since 2015, owing to Libya's governance crisis, including rival political institutions and a divided security sector.

 

 

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