Army chiefs of 33 nations to meet in Delhi on peace operations, Pg10

Key Highlights:

• India will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi from October 14 to 16.
• Army chiefs from over 33 nations, mainly from the Global South and Europe, will participate.
• The conclave aims to enhance collective approaches to peace operations.
• Currently, approximately 5,500 Indian personnel are deployed in UN peacekeeping missions across nine countries.

Detailed Insights:

• The conclave will provide a platform for troop-contributing countries to discuss challenges and share best practices in peacekeeping operations.
• India's role in UN peacekeeping has grown from observer to active stabiliser, reflecting its increasing commitment to global peace and security.
• The UNTCC Chiefs Conclave seeks to foster dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding among UN troop-contributing nations.
• Pakistan and China have not been invited to the UNTCC Chiefs Conclave in New Delhi.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Peace Operations: Activities undertaken to maintain or restore international peace and security.
• Global South: A term referring to countries in Asia, Africa, and Latin America that often face similar economic and developmental challenges.
• United Nations: An international organization founded in 1945 working to maintain international peace and security.