Which of the following is NOT a stability operation task?

• A. Establish civil security
• B. Support to governance
• C. Conduct security cooperation
• D. Civil affairs coordination

Answer: (D)

Stability operations aim to create a secure, functioning environment where civilian life can resume and governance can take hold. This centers on concrete tasks that directly shape security, governance, and partnerships for long-term stability.

Establishing civil security is a core stability task because it reduces violence, protects civilians, and creates a safe space for governance to take root. Supporting governance directly helps legitimate authorities provide basic services and maintain order, which is essential for stability. Conducting security cooperation builds partner capacity and interoperability, enabling durable security arrangements and ongoing stabilization through allied and partner support.

Civil affairs coordination, while essential to civil-military operations and ensuring civilian agencies, NGOs, and local authorities work together, is a coordinating function rather than a standalone stability operation task. It supports the broader stability efforts but is not itself one of the stability operation tasks.