"But as the military effort ramps up, so have concerns that the Trump administration lacks a comprehensive strategy for the region. Such a strategy would also emphasize more non-military tools such as economic aid and cooperation with allies to strengthen democratic institutions in some of the world's poorest nations.
“There is a tendency to militarize things by deferring to the military," Shurkin said, adding that the military effort "should be part of a larger strategy that will include other types of assistance."
“You will end up with this piecemeal approach — focused on military stuff but in a very narrow way," he added, noting that the U.S. military is only training a few elite units in these nations."
http://www.politico.com/story/2017/10/12/niger-shadow-war-africa-243695
Aucun commentaire:
Enregistrer un commentaire