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Business Recorder
3 days ago
- Politics
- Business Recorder
Pakistan for strengthen presence and role of UNMOGIP
ISLAMAVBAD: In the wake of recent developments following Pahalgam incident in April, Pakistan on Thursday said that there is a dire need to further strengthen the presence and role of UN Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP). 'Pakistan is also host to one of the oldest UN peacekeeping Missions – the United Nations Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP). The recent developments in the region reinforce the need for further strengthening the presence and role of UNMOGIP, along with a just resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute, in accordance with relevant UN Security Council resolutions and the aspirations of the Kashmiri people,' Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar stated on eve of International UN Peacekeepers Day. On the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, we commend the dedication of the UN peacekeepers, who continue to serve with courage in many parts of the world for the maintenance of international peace and security. As we commemorate this day, we reiterate our commitment towards UN Peacekeeping as a vital tool for a peaceful, stable, and prosperous world, and to adapt it to address the new challenges, said Foreign Office (FO) spokesperson in a statement on Thursday. On the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, Pakistan joins the international community in recognising the dedication, courage, and service of the UN peacekeepers, who continue to serve with dedication and courage in many parts of the world for the maintenance of international peace and security. DPM Dar highlighted this day is also an important reminder to honour the ultimate sacrifice made by many UN peacekeepers in their line of duty, including 181 brave peacekeepers from Pakistan. Over the years, Pakistan has remained a leading Troops Contributing Country (TCC), with over 235,000 Pakistani peacekeepers, both men and women, serving with distinction in many parts of the world, he added. At a time when the world is facing multifaceted threats the UN Peacekeeping remains one of the most reliable and cost-effective instruments for maintaining international peace and security. As the international community commemorates this day, there is a need for renewed political commitment to adapt the UN Peacekeeping to address the contemporary and future challenges, including through technological innovation, and strengthening regional partnerships. Pakistan, along with the Republic of Korea, co-hosted the Third United Nations Peacekeeping Ministerial Preparatory Meeting on 15-16 April 2025, in Islamabad, under the theme: 'Towards a Safer and More Effective Peacekeeping: Use of Technology and Integrated Approach.' The outcomes of the meeting have been instrumental in helping create a new momentum towards achieving this end. Pakistan is the 5th largest contributor of uniformed personnel to UN Peacekeeping. It currently deploys more than 2,800 military and police personnel to the UN peace operations in Abyei, the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cyprus, Somalia, South Sudan and Western Sahara. During ceremonies at United Nations Headquarters, Secretary-General, António Guterres, paid tribute to more than 4,400 UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives since 1948. UN also honoured posthumously two Pakistani personnel with the Dag Hammarskjold medal. The honoured personnel include: Sepoy Muhammad Tarique and Havildar Ahsan Ullah Khan who both served with UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Al-Ahram Weekly
4 days ago
- General
- Al-Ahram Weekly
UN coordinator commends Egypt commitment to peace, peacekeeping services - Foreign Affairs
United Nations Resident Coordinator in Egypt Elena Panova commended 'Egypt's unwavering commitment to peace' and paid tribute to the service and sacrifice of the brave Egyptian men and women in blue helmets. Panova wrote this on her X account, and the United Nations Egypt Facebook page shared it to mark the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers, observed on 29 May annually. For 65 years, #Egypt has been a pillar of @UN Peacekeeping. On #PKDay, we honor its firm commitment to peace and salute the service & sacrifice of brave 🇪🇬women & men in blue helmets. In a turbulent world, Egypt remains a reliable partner in for global peace & security. @MfaEgypt — Elena Panova 🇺🇳 (@elenapanovaUN) May 28, 2025 The UN official added that Egypt remains a reliable international peace and security partner in a troubled world. "For 65 years, Egypt has been a pillar of UN Peacekeeping," she expressed. Under the theme Future of Peacekeeping, the UN will commemorate the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers with a ceremony on 3 June at the United Nations Memorial (Ariana Park). The UN said this theme reflects the evolving nature of peace operations in a complex and rapidly changing world and its efforts to modernize and adapt missions for future challenges. In a statement on Thursday, the Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed appreciation for peacekeepers and their role in promoting and maintaining international peace and security. The statement also honoured the sacrifices of 60 Egyptian peacekeepers who lost their lives in the line of duty while wearing the blue helmet. Egypt has participated in 37 UN peacekeeping missions since 1960 and contributed over 30,000 personnel to 24 countries. According to the statement, Egypt is one of the leading countries contributing to UN peacekeeping missions. This reflects its commitment to achieving global security and to the UN charter. Currently, the country contributes 1,205 personnel to UN peacekeeping missions. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
RNZ News
18-05-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Australia launches 'landmark' UN police peacekeeping course for Pacific region
UN Peaceekeeping training cohort at Pinkenba. Photo: Australian Federal Police Australia has launched the world's first UN Police Peacekeeping Training course tailored specifically for the Pacific region. The five-week program, hosted by the Australian Federal Police (AFP), is underway at the state-of-the-art Pacific Policing Development and Coordination Hub in Pinkenba, Brisbane. AFP said "a landmark step" was developed in partnership with the United Nations, and brings together 100 police officers for training. AFP Deputy Commissioner Lesa Gale said the program was the result of a long-standing, productive relationship between Australia and the United Nations. Gale said it was launched in response to growing regional ambitions to contribute more actively to international peacekeeping efforts. Participating nations are Samoa, Kiribati, Fiji, Timor-Leste, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Tonga, Tuvalu, Federated States of Micronesia, and Nauru. "This course supports your enduring contribution and commitment to UN missions in supporting global peace and security efforts," AFP Northern Command acting assistant commissioner Caroline Taylor said. Pacific Command commander Phillippa Connel said the AFP have been in peacekeeping for more than four decades "and it is wonderful to be asked to undertake what is a first for the United Nations."
RNZ News
18-05-2025
- Politics
- RNZ News
Australia launches 'landmark' UN police peacekeeping cour for Pacific region
UN Peaceekeeping training cohort at Pinkenba. Photo: Australian Federal Police Australia has launched the world's first UN Police Peacekeeping Training course tailored specifically for the Pacific region. The five-week program, hosted by the Australian Federal Police (AFP), is underway at the state-of-the-art Pacific Policing Development and Coordination Hub in Pinkenba, Brisbane. AFP said "a landmark step" was developed in partnership with the United Nations, and brings together 100 police officers for training. AFP Deputy Commissioner Lesa Gale said the program was the result of a long-standing, productive relationship between Australia and the United Nations. Gale said it was launched in response to growing regional ambitions to contribute more actively to international peacekeeping efforts. Participating nations are Samoa, Kiribati, Fiji, Timor-Leste, Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, Tonga, Tuvalu, Federated States of Micronesia, and Nauru. "This course supports your enduring contribution and commitment to UN missions in supporting global peace and security efforts," AFP Northern Command acting assistant commissioner Caroline Taylor said. Pacific Command commander Phillippa Connel said the AFP have been in peacekeeping for more than four decades "and it is wonderful to be asked to undertake what is a first for the United Nations."
Arab News
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Arab News
UN peacekeepers attacked by civilians in Lebanon, no casualties reported
DUBAI: A large group of civilians wielding metal rods and axes attacked a patrol of UN troops in southern Lebanon on Friday, causing damage to UN vehicles but no injuries, a United Nations peacekeeping force said. The UN troops used non-lethal force to protect themselves and those present, according to the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), adding the patrol had been on a routine operation between the villages of Jmayjmeh and Khirbat Silim. The Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) were notified and arrived shortly after the incident, escorting the patrol back to base. UNIFIL said the patrol had been pre-planned and coordinated with the LAF. The UN peacekeeping mission stressed that its mandate, under UN Security Council Resolution 1701, guarantees freedom of movement in its area of operations with or without LAF accompaniment. On Wednesday, UNIFIL said that direct fire from the Israeli army had hit the perimeter of one of its peacekeeping positions in south Lebanon. UNIFIL said the incident on Tuesday was the first of its kind since Israel and Iran-backed Lebanese militant group Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire last November.
