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Analysis file: African Union engagement gap in Fragile and Conflict-Affected Contexts: A case of Mali

Regional imbalances explains the latest conflict in 2012 with the roots dating back to the 1960s. AU’s Peace Security Council emerged as the central pillar of the African Peace and Security architecture (APSA) and became focus of collective security decisions by Africa. The article aims to provide critical review and counterview to establish important nuances that have specific emphases on engagement of AU in fragile contexts.

Joel Okundi OBENGO, Kenya, May 2015

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