Article 11 Security

The Civilian Operation Commander shall, in accordance with Article 5, direct the Head of Mission in planning security measures, and shall ensure their proper and effective implementation by EUBAM Libya.

The Head of Mission shall be responsible for the security of EUBAM Libya and for ensuring compliance with minimum security requirements applicable to EUBAM Libya, in line with the policy of the Union on the security of personnel deployed outside the Union in an operational capacity under Title V TEU, and its supporting instruments.

The Head of Mission shall be assisted by a Senior Mission Security Officer, who shall report to the Head of Mission and also maintain a close working relationship with the EEAS.

EUBAM Libya staff shall undergo mandatory security training before taking up their duties, in accordance with the planning documents. They shall also receive regular in-theatre refresher training organised by the Mission Security Officer.

The Head of Mission shall ensure the protection of EU classified information in accordance with Council Decision 2013/488/EU of 23 September 2013 on the security rules for protecting EU classified information ^f1 .