PSC/PR/COMM.(DCCLX) Page 2 5. Notes with satisfaction the exemplary Bissau-Guinean defence and security forces’ continued posture of non-interference, which, so far, have refrained from intervening in the political and institutional crisis. Council urges all parties to refrain from actions or statements that could further escalate tensions and incite violence in the country; 6. Reiterates its appeal to all Member States and the larger international community to provide the requisite financial support towards the renewal and operation of the ECOWAS Mission in Guinea-Bissau (ECOMIB), whose mandate will expire on 31 March 2018. Council emphasizes the importance of ECOMIB continued presence in Guinea-Bissau, until the necessary capacitation of the national security forces of Guinea Bissau is completed; 7. Urges the ECOWAS Commission to provide further details on the sanctions measures that it has taken, including, in particular, personal details of the individuals which have been sanctioned and to regularly coordinate its efforts with the AU Commission in order to facilitate the implementation of the sanctions by all AU Member States. Further requests the ECOWAS to develop a mechanism to ensure that the imposed sanctions work effectively and the Conakry Agreement is fully implemented; 8. Requests the AU Commission to continue to provide regular updates to Council on the evolution of the situation in Guinea-Bissau; 9. Decides to remain actively seized of the situation.