U.Va. Remains on edge about security – The Virginian-Pilot
U.Va. Remains on edge about securityThe Virginian-PilotU.Va. Remains on edge about security … They are tending to the worries of students, with special attention to those close to Graham, such as members of the school's alpine ski club. They extended hours at the counseling and psychological services …and more »
U.S. Partnership Helps Bosnia and Herzegovina Step up to the Challenge of International Peacekeeping (dipnote)
Nearly 20 years ago, Bosnia and Herzegovina was at the center of one of postwar Europe’s most horrific conflicts. But over the past decade, it has become a regional leader in training military, police, and civilian personnel to serve as international peacekeepers. I recently travelled to Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina’s capital, for a truly special event: we’re celebrating Bosnia and Herzegovina’s reaching Full Training Capability, a “graduation day” of sorts for one of our most important partners in the State Department-led Global Peace Operations Initiative (GPOI).
The Global Peace Operations Initiative is a U.S. Government-funded security assistance program started in 2005 working to meet the growing global demand for specially trained personnel to conduct international peace operations by building the capabilities of U.S. Partner countries to train and sustain peacekeepers; increasing the number of capable military troops and police units available for deployment; and facilitating the preparation, logistical support, and deployment of peacekeepers. GPOI promotes international peace and security, saving lives while reducing the burden on U.S. Military forces, and helping set the stage for post-conflict recovery around the world.
Bosnia and Herzegovina was among our first GPOI partners in 2005, and brought a great idea to the …
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