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Junior diplomats, mainly from the Maghreb and Mashreq

The Mediterranean region is marked by a number of major social, economic and political challenges. At the same time, peace and stability in this region is viewed as a cru-cial factor for ensuring peace and stability in the whole of Europe. The challenges range from instances of difficult inter-state relations, environmental and demographic risks to serious democratic deficits in the region.

To contribute to confidence building and promoting peace and stability in the Mediterranean region through a close partnership between Malta and Switzerland.
The academic quality and political relevance of MEDAC’s activities will be enhanced, and human rights and good governance will be promoted in the region.

A resident professor from Switzerland holds the so-called Swiss Chair, covering part of the Master of Diplomacy pro-gramme. Every year, up to 15 scholarships are offered, mainly to countries in North Africa and the Middle East. A follow-up, including trainees from previous years, will be or-ganised together with the Swiss and Maltese Embassies in the region. The "Human Dimension Programme" will take place every summer. Swiss academics and diplomats con-tribute to specific thematic issues and MEDAC events.

The expected results are:

• Up to 60 young diplomats from North Africa and the Middle East gain a Master of Diplomacy;
• Bursaries and Alumni networks are established in home countries;
• 20-30 civil society representatives are trained in the "Human Dimension Programme" summer course;
• Joint activities are developed between MEDAC and Swiss institutions.