China always firm supporter for UN peacekeeping

16/5/2025 6:16

Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun has expressed China's support for the reform and transformation of United Nations (UN) peacekeeping operations during a meeting in Berlin.

Delivering a speech at the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial 2025 on Wednesday, Dong said China has always been a firm supporter and a constructive contributor to UN peacekeeping operations, noting that such missions have offered hope for peace to people suffering from the scourge of war.

Highlighting China's commitment to building a community with a shared future for mankind and to promoting universal security and common well-being, Dong said that China supports the reform and transformation of UN peacekeeping operations. He put forward a six-point proposal aimed at strengthening global peacekeeping efforts.

China will work with various parties to act on the Global Security Initiative, and advocate the principles of solidarity, cooperation, and universal and mutual benefits in addressing security issues, Dong said.

He stressed the necessity of unswerving support for the UN's central role and its important function in maintaining world peace and security.

China will step up its efforts in UN peacekeeping operations, Dong said, calling on all countries to offer firm support.

In addition, Dong stressed that China will support the training of professional peacekeeping personnel, adding that China will host senior-level strategic seminars and more training courses to help participating countries enhance their operational capabilities.

China will also optimize the composition and capabilities of the Chinese peacekeeping standby force, and advance continuous innovation in UN peacekeeping operations, facilitating the utilization of new technologies.

During his visit, Dong also held talks with the secretary-general and the under-secretary-general of the UN, and defense leaders from countries including France, Germany, Italy, and Nepal.