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Joint DCAF-ICoCA scoping mission in Mozambique DCAF was in Mozambique for a scoping mission as part of the CRM Secure project. Funded by the European Union and implemented jointly with the International Code of Conduct Association, with support from the OECD-OCDE, CRM Secure aims to strengthen responsible, community-focused security practices in the critical raw materials sector. The joint DCAF–ICoCA team met with representatives from government, the private sector, and local communities to identify opportunities for collaboration for the implementation of the project in Mozambique. 29 Jun 2026

  • Joint DCAF-ICoCA scoping mission in Mozambique

    DCAF was in Mozambique for a scoping mission as part of the CRM Secure project. Funded by the European Union and implemented jointly with the International Code of Conduct Association, with support from the OECD-OCDE, CRM Secure aims to strengthen responsible, community-focused security practices in the critical raw materials sector. The joint DCAF–ICoCA team met with representatives from government, the private sector, and local communities to identify opportunities for collaboration for the implementation of the project in Mozambique.

    29 Jun 2026

Cybersecurity capacity-building support in Montenegro In Montenegro, with the Ministry of Public Administration, DCAF presented the results framework of its cybersecurity capacity-building support, showcasing key achievements delivered over the past two years and their contribution to national strategic priorities. The results demonstrated measurable progress in strengthening cybersecurity legislation and policies, developing professional skills, and enhancing the integration of National Critical Information Infrastructure stakeholders. It supports Montenegro’s implementation of the EU Reform Agenda. 22 Jun 2026

  • Cybersecurity capacity-building support in Montenegro

    In Montenegro, with the Ministry of Public Administration, DCAF presented the results framework of its cybersecurity capacity-building support, showcasing key achievements delivered over the past two years and their contribution to national strategic priorities. The results demonstrated measurable progress in strengthening cybersecurity legislation and policies, developing professional skills, and enhancing the integration of National Critical Information Infrastructure stakeholders. It supports Montenegro’s implementation of the EU Reform Agenda.

    22 Jun 2026

Regional parliamentary dialogue in South East Europe Earlier this month, The Annual Meeting of Representatives of Defence and Security Committees from South East Europe Parliaments was held in Zagreb. It was a valuable opportunity to exchange experiences and good practices in parliamentary oversight of the defence and security sector, while addressing current security challenges. DCAF has long supported regional parliamentary dialogue in South East Europe, which now stands as a region with highly developed normative and institutional frameworks for democratic governance. 15 Jun 2026

  • Regional parliamentary dialogue in South East Europe

    Earlier this month, The Annual Meeting of Representatives of Defence and Security Committees from South East Europe Parliaments was held in Zagreb. It was a valuable opportunity to exchange experiences and good practices in parliamentary oversight of the defence and security sector, while addressing current security challenges. DCAF has long supported regional parliamentary dialogue in South East Europe, which now stands as a region with highly developed normative and institutional frameworks for democratic governance.

    15 Jun 2026

Meeting with H.E. President of the Republic of Lebanon DCAF Director, Ambassador Nathalie Chuard, was honoured to meet with H.E. President of the Republic of Lebanon, Mr. Joseph Aoun. She expressed DCAF’s continued support to the Lebanese people and highlighted the organization’s ongoing cooperation, especially with Lebanese security institutions. The President reiterated his support for our programme in Lebanon and encouraged the continuation of ongoing efforts in support of the country’s institutions. We extend our sincere appreciation to the President and his team for the constructive exchange. 09 Jun 2026

  • Meeting with H.E. President of the Republic of Lebanon

    DCAF Director, Ambassador Nathalie Chuard, was honoured to meet with H.E. President of the Republic of Lebanon, Mr. Joseph Aoun. She expressed DCAF’s continued support to the Lebanese people and highlighted the organization’s ongoing cooperation, especially with Lebanese security institutions. The President reiterated his support for our programme in Lebanon and encouraged the continuation of ongoing efforts in support of the country’s institutions. We extend our sincere appreciation to the President and his team for the constructive exchange.

    09 Jun 2026

Geneva Peace Forum Meets Vienna DCAF participated in the Geneva Peace Forum Meets Vienna event organized by the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform in Vienna. Together with the GICHD, we co-hosted a thematic session on “From risk to resilience: linking mine action, security sector governance and food security in Ukraine.” This panel addressed the reality that the war in Ukraine is a crisis that threatens global food systems and human security. Thank you to the organizers and participants for fostering this essential dialogue during the Swiss OSCE Chairmanship year. 03 Jun 2026

  • Geneva Peace Forum Meets Vienna

    DCAF participated in the Geneva Peace Forum Meets Vienna event organized by the Geneva Peacebuilding Platform in Vienna. Together with the GICHD, we co-hosted a thematic session on “From risk to resilience: linking mine action, security sector governance and food security in Ukraine.” This panel addressed the reality that the war in Ukraine is a crisis that threatens global food systems and human security.
    Thank you to the organizers and participants for fostering this essential dialogue during the Swiss OSCE Chairmanship year.

    03 Jun 2026

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