A case for the Global South in securing Ukraine peace, Pg 6

Key Highlights

Critique of Western-Led Peace Proposals

• EU-led peacekeeping is unlikely to gain acceptance due to NATO presence and prior partisan involvement in the conflict.

Call for Global South Leadership

• Nations from Africa, Asia, and Latin America urged to lead UN-backed peacekeeping in Ukraine.

• India, Brazil, South Africa have neutrality, credibility, and peacekeeping experience (India has deployed over 2.5 lakh peacekeepers).

India’s Unique Role

• India has diplomatic credibility, peacekeeping record, and maintained neutral stance in the Ukraine crisis.

• Appointed seasoned diplomats and could act as a bridge between Russia and the West.

Global South’s Leverage

• Their non-aligned history, commitment to peace, and moral standing make them ideal for leading a de-escalation process.

Analysis & Way Forward

• A Global South-led peacekeeping mission could offer legitimacy, reduce polarisation, and reinforce multilateralism.

• India should leverage its position to push for a credible, inclusive roadmap for peace in global conflicts.

Mains Mock Question:

"Evaluate the potential of Global South countries in leading global peace initiatives. How can India contribute to resolving the Ukraine crisis through multilateral diplomacy?"