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Originally published by Capital Newstop
March 28, 2026
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Chinese troops take on larger UN duties
At present, more than 1,600 Chinese peacekeepers are carrying out tasks in Lebanon, South Sudan, Abyei and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, among other locations, including stabilizing local situations, clearing mines and unexploded ordnance, protecting civilians and providi..
✨ Key Highlights
China is taking on expanded roles in United Nations peacekeeping missions, with Chinese military personnel increasingly entrusted with significant responsibilities and receiving praise from UN officials and host nations.
- China is the largest troop contributor to UN peacekeeping operations among the permanent members of the UN Security Council.
- Recently appointed UN Mission in South Sudan force commander is Chinese Major General Wu Junhui.
- Since 1990, China has participated in 26 missions, deploying over 50,000 peacekeepers globally.
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