UNMOC-39

Description

The United Nations Military Observers Course – 39 (UNMOC) was conducted at the Centre for International Peace and Stability (CIPS), NUST Islamabad, from 18 to 29 November 2024. The objective of this course was to equip Peacekeepers for their positions as UN Military Observers in both current and prospective UN Peacekeeping Operations. 

Participation

The course featured 38 participants, including 15 officers from friendly countries and officers from the Pakistan Army. The allied officers represented a diverse range of countries, including Belarus, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Russia, South Africa, Malaysia, Mali, Nigeria, Sri Lanka, Egypt, Mozambique, and Vietnam.

Conduct Methodology

Participants underwent a three-tiered training process, encompassing Core Pre-deployment Training Materials (CPTM), Specialized Training Materials (STM), and the facets of in-mission training. Military Observers from selected missions provided briefings on mission environments, mandates, and the specific roles/assignments of military observers. This approach offered participants a more contextualized understanding of their deployment areas.

Closing Ceremony

The Participants were awarded certificates by the Chief Guest, Dr. Muhammad Makki, the Associate Dean CIPS. followed by closing remarks. Brigadier Sajjad Ahmad, SI(M) (Retired), Head of the Peacekeeping Training Department (PKT) gave the closing remarks wherein he extended heartfelt congratulations to the participants on the successful completion of the Course. He further emphasized that the training and sensitization of potential peacekeepers remain pivotal aspects of pre-deployment preparations for all troop-contributing countries. At the Centre for International Peace and Stability (CIPS), there is a steadfast commitment to advancing this mission, striving to serve as a Centre of excellence in peacekeeping training and education. In its relatively short yet impactful history, CIPS has achieved remarkable milestones by organizing more than 200 courses and training more than 4,000 peacekeepers in alignment with UN standards. The Centre also continues to promote institutional partnerships with leading regional and international peacekeeping training institutions, ensuring its practices remain globally relevant and effective. He also expressed confidence that the course would serve as a cornerstone in broadening the understanding of the Participants about the UN system. He affirmed that the knowledge and skills gained would undoubtedly prepare them for their future roles as military observers in complex, multidimensional, and integrated peacekeeping missions amidst today’s challenging global conflict dynamics.

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