What does JPOCA mean in UNCLASSIFIED

The Joint Plan of Comprehensive Action (JPOCA) is a UN-proposed conflict resolution framework to address the Syrian crisis. It was formed in 2015 by the Security Council to facilitate dialogue between government and opposition representatives and to collaboratively promote peace in Syria.

The main purpose of JPOCA is to bring all parties together and resolve the current conflict in Syria through peaceful means, such as negotiations, diplomacy and political initiatives.

The United Nations Security Council proposed the Joint Plan Of Comprehensive Action to address the Syrian crisis.

Through its proposals, JPOCA encourages all sides to engage in meaningful dialogue and work towards a sustainable solution that respects Syria's sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence. By establishing an international platform for negotiation, it seeks to promote respect for human rights and international humanitarian law. Additionally, it calls on states and regional organizations to contribute towards finding a lasting political solution in Syria.

Some specific elements of JPOCA include development of independent monitoring mechanisms for ceasefire agreements; collaboration between governments, local authorities and foreign powers to make sure aid reaches those who need it most; providing support for safe access routes for essential goods like medical supplies; ensuring free movement within Syria; guaranteeing security from foreign fighters; holding credible elections under UN supervision; reforming legislation on education systems; increasing transparency around financial sanctions against leaders responsible for violations of international law; facilitating freedom of expression among Syrian citizens; offering assistance with rebuilding infrastructure destroyed by war.

While there has been initial progress made with implementing some aspects of JPOCA—including establishing roadside checkpoints as part of increased security measures—there have yet to be any tangible outcomes resulting from UN-facilitated negotiations. Although many efforts are being made by concerned countries and organizations towards achieving a resolution on the Syrian crisis, these efforts are still ongoing.

This initiative is important because it helps build bridges between warring parties by emphasizing direct engagement with each other rather than through third-party intermediaries. Additionally, it provides an international platform where all sides can come together to cooperatively debate different solutions that may facilitate a peaceful resolution for Syria which respects its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Implementation affects civilians by introducing new mechanisms for monitoring ceasefire agreements within the country which will help ensure their safety during times of conflict and after hostilities have ended. Additionally, it ensures that essential medical supplies can reach those who need them most, offers greater security from foreign fighters operating within Syrian borders, strengthens educational systems across the country while also providing access to more forms of media allowing Syrians greater freedom of expression.

This initiative has been in place since 2015 when it was proposed by the UN Security Council as part of a comprehensive approach towards finding a lasting political solution in Syria.