Sub-Regional seminar on conflict prevention slated for Accra

The Africa Centre for Strategic Studies (ACSS) will hold its first Sub-Regional seminar in Accra from August 20 to 24 with focus on conflict prevention.

A statement issued in Accra on Thursday said the West Africa seminar would complement on going international and local efforts to promote peace and stability in the sub region.

Over 80 military officers, civilians, parliamentarians and civic leaders from most West African states, three European nations, the United States, the United Nations, ECOWAS and numerous non- governmental organisations are expected to attend.

The seminar would be conducted by ACSS, a US Department of Defence-sponsored centre for security studies in partnership with the government of Ghana.

According to Dr Nancy J. Walker, ACSS Director the centre initiated the seminar as part of its larger mission to support democratisation and security throughout the continent.

The West Africa seminar is intended to enhance regional capabilities by working with participants to formulate practical, sustainable strategies to prevent conflict.

The statement said participating dignitaries include the new African Union Secretary General, Amara Essy, Deputy Commander in Chief of US European Command, Ghana's Minister of Defence and the Attorney General.