Brussels, 18/06/2012 (Agence Europe) - On Monday 18 June, the EU Council of Ministers gave the green light for a new Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) mission to strengthen aviation security at Juba international airport (EUAVSEC-South Sudan). This civilian mission responds to an invitation by South Sudan and is part of the EU's comprehensive approach, a strategy to assist South Sudan in becoming a viable, stable and prosperous state. South Sudan is landlocked and highly dependent on air traffic. Improving airport security will enable an increased flow of people and goods, as well as boosting trade. In particular, EUAVSEC-South Sudan will train and monitor security services, provide advice and assistance on aviation security, as well as support the coordination of security activities. The mission will not have any executive tasks. EUAVSEC will last for 19 months and its headquarters will be in Juba, South Sudan. Up to 64 personnel will be deployed, with activities starting in September 2012. A budget of €12.5 million has been allocated to it. (LC/transl.jl)