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Responding to the challenges emerging from the intersection of violent extremism conducive to terrorism and climate fragility

28 January 2025

Responding to the challenges emerging from the intersection of violent extremism conducive to terrorism and climate fragility

Led by Germany and Kenya, the Initiative on Addressing the Nexus Between Climate Change and Violent Extremism conducive to terrorism held a virtual workshop exploring the links between climate change and insecurity, with a focus on violent extremism conducive to terrorism in Southeast Asia and West Africa.  

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The Visual Impact of Inspired Institution Programming in Africa

6 January 2025

The Visual Impact of Inspired Institution Programming in Africa

This map highlights the important activities carried out by the GCTF-Inspired Institutions in Africa. The map is interactive and features responsive elements that reveal more information when clicking or hovering over them.

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Strengthening Border Security to Counter Terrorism in West Africa

21 November 2024

Strengthening Border Security to Counter Terrorism in West Africa

Under the mandate of the Co-Chairs, Algeria and Germany, the West Africa Capacity-Building Working Group held an in-person regional meeting to discuss regional and collaborative approaches to strengthening border security in the region. 

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Addressing the challenges posed by violent extremism conducive to terrorism within a context of climate fragility

30 October 2024

Addressing the challenges posed by violent extremism conducive to terrorism within a context of climate fragility

Led by Germany and Kenya, the Initiative on Addressing the Nexus Between Climate Change and Violent Extremism conducive to terrorism held an in-person workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, exploring the current evidence and approaches on the links between climate change and insecurity, with a focus on violent extremism conducive to terrorism in Africa.

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Preventing Terrorist Exploitation of New, Emerging, and Disruptive Technologies

23 October 2024

Preventing Terrorist Exploitation of New, Emerging, and Disruptive Technologies

Led by the United Kingdom and the United States, the Counter-Unmanned Aerial Systems and New, Emerging, and Disruptive Technologies Initiative held a dialogue on preventing terrorist exploitation of new, emerging, and disruptive technologies.

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Building capacity to deradicalize and rehabilitate former terrorists in East Africa

16 October 2024

Building capacity to deradicalize and rehabilitate former terrorists in East Africa

Under the mandate of Kenya and Kuwait, the East Africa Capacity-Building Working Group held a workshop to discuss DDRR efforts in the region. 

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Ministers renew Forum’s commitment to Africa

27 September 2024

Ministers renew Forum’s commitment to Africa
Egyptian Foreign Minister Dr. Badr Abdelatty and the EU HE/VP Josep Borrell convened ministers of the GCTF Coordinating Committee and the African Union Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security to discuss the evolving terrorist threat in Africa. Read more »

Global Counterterrorism Forum Ministers Renew Commitment to Combating Terrorism in Africa

PRESS RELEASE

The Global Counterterrorism Forum held its 24th Coordinating Committee and 14th Ministerial Plenary Meetings in New York City. The high-level meetings brought together international stakeholders to address pressing counterterrorism needs, particularly in East and West Africa. Read more »

The GCTF’s plan to tackle terrorism in East Africa

25 September 2024

The GCTF’s plan to tackle terrorism in East Africa

The East Africa Capacity-Building Working Group (EA WG) Co-Chairs, Kenya and Kuwait’s 2024-2026 Work Plan will embark on an ambitious journey to galvanize the GCTF capacity and convening power to support countries of East Africa in their fight against terrorism.

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