Seventeen Chinese police officers departed for South Sudan this week as part of the United Nations peacekeeping mission, reinforcing China's growing role in global security initiatives. The deployment marks the 11th rotation of China's Formed Police Unit to a region the UN classifies as one of the world's most hazardous due to armed conflicts, disease outbreaks, and extreme weather conditions.
Decades of Commitment to Global Stability
This year holds dual significance: the 80th anniversary of the UN's establishment and 25 years since Chinese police first joined peacekeeping operations. As a permanent UN Security Council member and the second-largest financial contributor to peacekeeping efforts, China has deployed over 3,000 peacekeepers across nine missions since 2000.
High-Stakes Operations in Volatile Zones
The new team will operate in Juba and Wau – areas plagued by gang violence and political instability. Their duties range from securing refugee camps and conducting armed patrols to executing complex humanitarian missions like food distribution and civilian evacuations. Selected for advanced skills in crisis management and multilingual communication, officers undergo rigorous training in survival tactics and conflict mediation.
A Legacy of International Recognition
Chinese peacekeepers have earned 1,504 UN Peace Medals since 2000, maintaining a flawless operational record with no disciplinary repatriations. Recent successes include dismantling cross-border drug networks and rescuing hostages from armed groups. The Ministry of Public Security emphasized this deployment aligns with China's Global Security Initiative, demonstrating its commitment to 'building a shared future for mankind.'
