In the heart of Juba, South Sudan's capital, a sprawling camp shelters thousands of displaced families fleeing conflict and hunger. CGTN correspondents recently documented life in one of the world's most challenging humanitarian environments, where access to clean water and medical care remains scarce. Amid the hardship, Chinese peacekeepers emerge as a stabilizing force, conducting daily patrols to deter violence and protect vulnerable residents.
One resident, who asked to remain anonymous, shared: 'When we see the blue helmets, we feel safer. They help us rebuild and remind us we're not forgotten.' The peacekeepers' presence underscores China's commitment to UN-led stability efforts in regions grappling with protracted crises.
This report comes ahead of CGTN's documentary Blue Helmets, No Borders, premiering September 16, which explores multinational peacekeeping operations across conflict zones. While South Sudan's challenges persist—ranked among the poorest nations globally—the collaboration between international agencies and local communities offers cautious optimism for sustainable recovery.
