Discussed how to further strengthen our excellent cooperation with Commissioner of the African Union Amb. Bankole Adeoye on the sidelines of the #PKMinisterial. Also discussed African-led peace ops and the African Union's essential contribution to global peace & security.

On #PKMinisterial sidelines today we discussed the situation in eastern #DRC & critical cooperation between #Rwanda & United Nations with Defence Minister Juvenal Marizamunda. Reiterated the importance of diplomatic efforts to achieve a solution to the conflict in the DRC. Permanent Mission of Rwanda to The United Nations

It was a privilege to join over 130 member states at the #PKMinisterial to reaffirm support for #UNPeacekeeping. Thank you for the announced pledges aimed at enhancing the effectiveness & adaptability of peace operations in the face of evolving global challenges António Guterres

At the #PKMinisterial, Member States gathered to shape the future of peacekeeping. Despite progress, #WomenInPeacekeeping remain underrepresented, impacting equality & effectiveness. States recommitted to fostering environments where women can thrive. ➡️ ow.ly/pbvX50VXwLm

Yesterday we honoured the 57 peacekeepers who paid the ultimate price #ServingForPeace in 2024, as well as one who lost his life in 1973, in the Dag Hammarskjöld Medal Ceremony. We grieve with their families & loved ones. Their service & sacrifice will never be forgotten. #PKDay

Now more than ever, United Nations Peacekeeping is creating space for diplomacy to succeed. Peacekeeping Chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix w/ Maj. Gen. Cheryl Pearce & Police Adviser Faisal Shahka stressed the importance of adapting peace ops. to remain fit for the future. More: webtv.un.org/en/asset/k1o/k…

Well done to Squadron Leader Sharon Mwinsote Syme of Ghana Armed Forces, who was awarded the United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year in recognition of her dedication & effort in promoting women's rights and access to services in #Abyei where she serves with UNISFA

From #PKDay, I'd like to acknowledge & appreciate the tremendous efforts made by all United Nations peacekeepers, every day, in our peace operations throughout the world. They deploy into volatile, austere & challenging environments and I thank each of them for their dedication & commitment

Thank you to Tunisia for hosting this critical conference where we reflected on what approaches and models can help our military United Nations peacekeepers best protect civilians amidst growing challenges to global peace & security. 🇹🇳 Tunisia PM to the UN

Thank you Austria UN & Denmark in UN NY🇩🇰 for hosting the first DPO Leadership Retreat for former Military & Deputy Military Advisers, a collective forum to bring solutions to support our military peacekeepers' work in ever-changing conflict dynamics.

Australia 🇦🇺 is proud to partner with the United Nations Triangular Partnership Programme. Last month, Colonel Mitzevich travelled to Nairobi where she joined a workshop with Member States and stakeholders to build capacity for #UNPeacekeepers through Explosive Hazard Awareness Training.

A privilege to recognise LTGEN Cheryl Pearce’s appointment to 3-star general, while she undertakes the UN Military Advisor role, on behalf of Admiral David Johnston. Congratulations Cheryl Pearce your leadership continues to strengthen peace operations globally.

Congrats to #AusArmy’s own Cheryl Pearce on her appointment to Lieutenant General! 👏👏👏

Any crossing of the Blue Line by Israel or Lebanon is a violation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701. UNIFIL peacekeepers work to protect its integrity, & monitor violations. More from Peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix in Newsweek Opinion ➡️ newsweek.com/uns-under-secr…

UNIFIL peacekeepers and الجيش اللبناني personnel carried out trainings together in Kawkaba and Naqoura, south Lebanon.   Such activities support LAF redeployment in south Lebanon, enhancing coordination and interoperability in support of peace in line with Resolution 1701.

I was pleased to host Jeanine Hennis at UNIFIL in Naqoura today. We discussed the current situation and efforts to restore lasting stability in the region. UNIFIL continues supporting the implementation of UNSCR 1701, and full الجيش اللبناني deployment in southern Lebanon.

.United Nations Peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix just returned from a visit to the #DRC 🇨🇩 where he met with officials and civil society organizations. He reiterated the support of MONUSCO to the government's efforts to protect civilians and to promote social cohesion between communities.

It was a privilege to be in #DRC with our troops, MONUSCO leadership & Congolese officials to engage on security challenges in the east. It was a crucial moment to reaffirm our forces’ commitment to supporting diplomatic efforts needed to move the country toward lasting peace

I joined Jean-Pierre Lacroix in the #DRC where I saw the focus & resolve of United Nations peacekeepers protecting civilians while navigating the layered & volatile security dynamics. Sustaining their efforts depends on the unwavering support of our Troop Contributing Countries. #ServingforPeace

I'm pleased to share the launch of The Alliance, a new platform launched by the Office of Military Affairs to advance the #WomenPeaceSecurity agenda in United Nations Peacekeeping. The virtual event brought 100+ peacekeepers together to strengthen coordination & knowledge-sharing.