China's Ministry of National Defense reaffirmed its commitment to United Nations peacekeeping operations during a March 26 press briefing, highlighting its growing contributions to global security. Spokesperson Jiang Bin emphasized that over 1,600 Chinese peacekeepers are currently deployed across four missions, continuing the country's 36-year participation in UN-led stabilization efforts.
The announcement follows the recent appointment of Major General Wu Junhui as Force Commander of the UN Mission in South Sudan earlier this month, marking China's expanding leadership in multilateral security initiatives. Since 1990, Chinese personnel have served in 26 missions across more than 20 countries and regions, with 17 making the ultimate sacrifice in conflict zones.
Current deployments in Lebanon, South Sudan, Abyei, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo focus on critical tasks including explosive ordnance disposal, medical rescue operations, and civilian protection. Jiang described Chinese contingents as 'professional, efficient, and disciplined,' noting their increasing responsibility in UN command structures.
As both the top troop contributor among UN Security Council permanent members and the second-largest financial supporter of peacekeeping operations, China plans to 'increase investment' in these missions. The commitment aligns with Beijing's stated policy of strengthening the UN's central role in addressing global security challenges through enhanced international cooperation.
