Stage set for global peacekeeping dialogue as 15 Army Chiefs arrive for UNTCC meet

The stage is set for the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave being hosted by the Indian Army from October 14-16 in the national Capital. A total of 32 countries that play a pivotal role in UN peacekeeping operations will be participating in the two-day conclave.

A spokesperson of the Indian Army said that 15 Chiefs, 17 Vice Chiefs and other high-ranking military officials from seven nations have also confirmed their participation in the event. Countries represented at the level of Chiefs include Bhutan, Burundi, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Ghana, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mongolia, Poland, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Uruguay and Vietnam.

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Meanwhile, senior military officials from Algeria, Armenia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Cambodia, Italy, Nepal, Kenya, Rwanda, Senegal, Australia, Egypt, Malaysia, Morocco, Nigeria, Thailand and Madagascar will represent their respective militaries at senior levels.

The UNTCC serves as a vital forum to address operational challenges, evolving threats, interoperability, inclusivity in decision-making and the role of technology and training in strengthening UN peacekeeping.

As one of the largest contributors to UN missions, India is convening this high-level forum to deliberate on operational challenges, evolving threats, share best practices and build shared understanding on future peacekeeping. The conclave reflects the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family).

The programme will feature an address by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, and Jean Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations (USG, DPO). Plenary sessions will feature Chiefs and Heads of Delegations putting forth their viewpoints. Defence Exhibitions for shared capacity building, bilateral and cultural exchanges will also feature during the conclave.