Protocole de Non-Agression

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Country/entity
Central African Republic
Region
Africa (excl MENA)
Agreement name
Protocole de Non-Agression
Date
8 Mar 2016
Agreement status
Multiparty signed/agreed
Interim arrangement
Yes
Agreement/conflict level
Intrastate/local conflict ( Central African Republic Conflicts (1996 - ) )
Stage
Framework/substantive - partial
Conflict nature
Inter-group
Peace process
CAR: Local Processes
Parties
-> Pour le Mouvement Patriotique pour le Centrafrique (MPC)
Le Chef d'Etat-major des Armées: M. Ahnat ALKHATIM
Le Président Exécutif: M. Elbechar IDRISS AHMED

-> Pour la Faction ds Anti-balles AK de la Commune Ndenga (axe Bangui)
Le Commendant de la zone: M. Corneille NGATHE
Le Chef de mission: M. Citis-Drene ASSANA
Third parties
Le Négotiateur: M. Regis BISSAFI
Description
Short local non-aggression agreement between rebel armed groups that agree on a common path for the return of peace and social cohesion, including the free-movement of goods ad people and the resumption of commercial activities in the town of Ndenga.

Agreement document
CF_160308_Protocol_de_Non-Agression_tr.pdf | Download PDF
Agreement document (original language)
CF_160308_Protocol_de_Non-Agression.pdf | Download PDF

Groups

Children/youth
No specific mention.
Disabled persons
No specific mention.
Elderly/age
No specific mention.
Migrant workers
No specific mention.
Racial/ethnic/national group
No specific mention.
Religious groups
No specific mention.
Indigenous people
No specific mention.
Other groups
No specific mention.
Refugees/displaced persons
No specific mention.
Social class
No specific mention.

Gender

Women, girls and gender
No specific mention.
Men and boys
No specific mention.
LGBTI
No specific mention.
Family
No specific mention.

State definition

Nature of state (general)
No specific mention.
State configuration
No specific mention.
Self determination
No specific mention.
Referendum
No specific mention.
State symbols
No specific mention.
Independence/secession
No specific mention.
Accession/unification
No specific mention.
Border delimitation
No specific mention.
Cross-border provision
No specific mention.

Governance

Political institutions (new or reformed)
No specific mention.
Elections
No specific mention.
Electoral commission
No specific mention.
Political parties reform
No specific mention.
Civil society
No specific mention.
Traditional/religious leaders
No specific mention.
Public administration
No specific mention.
Constitution
No specific mention.

Power sharing

Political power sharing
No specific mention.
Territorial power sharing
No specific mention.
Economic power sharing
No specific mention.
Military power sharing
No specific mention.

Human rights and equality

Human rights/RoL general
No specific mention.
Bill of rights/similar
No specific mention.
Treaty incorporation
No specific mention.
Civil and political rights
No specific mention.
Socio-economic rights
No specific mention.

Rights related issues

Citizenship
No specific mention.
Democracy
No specific mention.
Detention procedures
No specific mention.
Media and communication
No specific mention.
Mobility/access
Page 1, ARTICLE 1: Ideological foundation and scope
1.1. This non-aggression agreement established between the two (2) parties aims to define the path towards social cohesion and the effective return of peace through the free movement of goods and people, as well as the resumption of commercial activities in the area

Page 1-2, ARTICLE 3: AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (BANGUI AXIS)
The AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (Bangui axis) commits to the best of its abilities to:
3.3. Actively collaborate in securing the country and to not impede the free movement of goods and people in localities under their government.
Protection measures
No specific mention.
Other
No specific mention.

Rights institutions

NHRI
No specific mention.
Regional or international human rights institutions
No specific mention.

Justice sector reform

Criminal justice and emergency law
No specific mention.
State of emergency provisions
No specific mention.
Judiciary and courts
No specific mention.
Prisons and detention
No specific mention.
Traditional Laws
No specific mention.

Socio-economic reconstruction

Development or socio-economic reconstruction
No specific mention.
National economic plan
No specific mention.
Natural resources
No specific mention.
International funds
No specific mention.
Business
Page 1, ARTICLE 1: Ideological foundation and scope
1.1. This non-aggression agreement established between the two (2) parties aims to define the path towards social cohesion and the effective return of peace through the free movement of goods and people, as well as the resumption of commercial activities in the area

Page 1-2, ARTICLE 3: AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (BANGUI AXIS)
The AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (Bangui axis) commits to the best of its abilities to:
3.3. Actively collaborate in securing the country and to not impede the free movement of goods and people in localities under their government.
Taxation
No specific mention.
Banks
No specific mention.

Land, property and environment

Land reform/rights
No specific mention.
Pastoralist/nomadism rights
No specific mention.
Cultural heritage
No specific mention.
Environment
No specific mention.
Water or riparian rights or access
No specific mention.

Security sector

Security Guarantees
Page 1-2, ARTICLE 3: AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (BANGUI AXIS)
The AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (Bangui axis) commits to the best of its abilities to:
3.3. Actively collaborate in securing the country and to not impede the free movement of goods and people in localities under their government.
Ceasefire
No specific mention.
Police
No specific mention.
Armed forces
No specific mention.
DDR
No specific mention.
Intelligence services
No specific mention.
Parastatal/rebel and opposition group forces
No specific mention.
Withdrawal of foreign forces
No specific mention.
Corruption
No specific mention.
Crime/organised crime
No specific mention.
Drugs
No specific mention.
Terrorism
No specific mention.

Transitional justice

Transitional justice general
No specific mention.
Amnesty/pardon
No specific mention.
Courts
No specific mention.
Mechanism
No specific mention.
Prisoner release
No specific mention.
Vetting
No specific mention.
Victims
No specific mention.
Missing persons
No specific mention.
Reparations
No specific mention.
Reconciliation
No specific mention.

Implementation

UN signatory
No specific mention.
Other international signatory
No specific mention.
Referendum for agreement
No specific mention.
International mission/force/similar
No specific mention.
Enforcement mechanism
Page 2, ARTICLE 4: Disputes
4.1. Any dispute relating to the interpretation of this Non-Aggression Agreement or its implementation shall be resolved amicably or by any other method of settlement agreed upon by both parties
4.2. Any dispute addressed by either party shall be the subject of a live discussion in aim of a peaceful resolution
Related cases
No specific mention.
Source
On file with author.

NON-AGGRESSION AGREEMENT

PREAMBLE

This non-aggression agreement is hereby established to regulate the peaceful coexistence of the co-signatory parties within the framework of well-defined objectives.

It is agreed upon by the below parties:

> Patriotic Movement for the Central African Republic (MPC),

on one side, and

> AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (Bangui axis), Sub-Prefecture of Kaga-Bandoro,

on the other.

They agree as follows:

ARTICLE 1:

Ideological foundation and scope

1.1. This non-aggression agreement established between the two (2) parties aims to define the path towards social cohesion and the effective return of peace through the free movement of goods and people, as well as the resumption of commercial activities in the area.

1.2. This agreement defines the rights and obligations of the two (2) contracting Parties for the collaboration period.

ARTICLE 2:

COMMITMENTS OF THE MPC

The Patriotic Movement for the Central African Republic (MPC) commits the best of its abilities to:

2.1. Implement sustainable solutions oriented towards the definitive resolution of the Central African crisis.

2.2. Take part in activities to encourage populations concerned to create a culture of peace,

tolerance, forgiveness and to return to work (staple of peace and social cohesion).

ARTICLE 3:

AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune

(BANGUI AXIS)

The AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (Bangui axis) commits to the best of its abilities to:

8.1. Participate in the implementation of the non-aggression agreement signed with the Patriotic Movement for the Central African Republic (MPC), and to provide their human and material support.

3.2. Assist the Patriotic Movement for the Central African Republic (MPC) in seeking ways to improve peace in the country

3.3. Actively collaborate in securing the country and to not impede the free movement of goods and people in localities under their government.

ARTICLE 4:

Disputes

4.1. Any dispute relating to the interpretation of this Non-Aggression Agreement or its

implementation shall be resolved amicably or by any other method of settlement agreed

upon by both parties

4.2. Any dispute addressed by either party shall be the subject of a live discussion in aim of a peaceful resolution

ARTICLE 5:

Coming into force

This Agreement comes into force on the date of signature

ARTICLE 6:

DURATION

This agreement is for a period of one (1) year, renewable in case of any changes.

Done in Kaga-Bandoro on March 08, 2016

For the Patriotic Movement for the Central African Republic (MPC)

Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces - M. Ahnat ALKHATIM [stamps] [signature]

The Executive President - M. Elbechar IDRISS AHMED [stamp] [signature]

For the AK Anti-Bullet Resistance Faction of the Ndénga Commune (Bangui axis)

The Zone Commander - M. Corneille NGATHE [signature]

The Mission Chief - M. Citis-Drene ASSANA [signature]

The Negotiator - M. Regis BISSAFI [signature]