UN Reminds Members of Embargo Exemption for Congo

The U.N. Security Council on May 2 reminded members that Congo's military forces are exempt from a U.N. embargo on the supply of military equipment and assistance. The council said “banks, shipowners, carriers, financial institutions, and firms operating in the military field are reminded, through their respective Member States, that there are no restrictions to working with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the provision of military equipment, arms, and related materiel, or any provision of assistance, advice or training related to military activities to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in a timely manner.”