Rough times are ahead for the United Nations (UN) with the election of Donald Trump to a second term. Although we do not yet know the details of the incoming administration’s UN policy agenda, the experience of the first Trump administration (2017-2021) provides a good starting point.
Author: Eugene Chen
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There is no playbook for this type of mission, and it is unlikely that it will be able to effectively operate without dedicated logistical support with adequate, predictable, and sustainable funding. This further delay in the deployment of the MSS provides an opportunity to reflect on the support required to provide the mission with the greatest chance of success in implementing an extremely difficult mandate.
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The difficulties inherent in the liquidation and reconfiguration of the UN presence in Mali will be exacerbated by the lack of preparation and tension with the host government.
