What happened?
The first-ever “Women in Peacekeeping: A Global South Perspective” conference is set to take place in New Delhi from February 24-25, 2025. Organized by India’s Ministry of External Affairs, Ministry of Defence, and the Centre for United Nations Peacekeeping (CUNPK), the event will bring together women peacekeepers from 35 troop-contributing countries. UN representatives, including Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix, will participate alongside global stakeholders to discuss gender representation in peacekeeping operations.
Why it matters to India?
India has been a strong advocate for increasing women’s participation in peacekeeping missions. This conference reinforces India’s leadership in global peacekeeping and its commitment to gender inclusivity in international security. Additionally, the event enhances India’s diplomatic outreach in the Global South, furthering its strategic position in multilateral engagements.