Translated with AI
At a meeting in Berlin, Chinese Defense Minister Dong Jun announced China's support for the reform and transformation of United Nations peacekeeping operations, People's Daily reported, citing Xinhua.
Speaking at the 2025 UN Peacekeeping Ministerial Meeting on Wednesday, Dong Jun said China has always been a strong supporter and constructive participant in UN peacekeeping operations, noting that such missions bring hope for peace to people suffering from the chaos of war.
Expressing China's commitment to building a community with a shared future for mankind and promoting universal security and prosperity, Dong Jun stressed that China supports the reform and transformation of UN peacekeeping operations. He put forward a six-point proposal to strengthen global peacekeeping efforts.
The Chinese Defense Minister pointed out that China hopes to work with all parties to implement the Global Security Initiative, upholding the principles of solidarity, cooperation and common benefit in resolving security issues.
He stressed the need for continued support for the central role of the UN and its important role in maintaining peace and security throughout the world.
China will step up its efforts in UN peacekeeping operations, Dong Jun said, calling on all countries to provide them with firm support.
The minister stressed that China is willing to support the training of professional peacekeepers, adding that the Chinese side will hold high-level strategic seminars and new training courses to help participating countries enhance their operational capabilities.
China intends to optimize the composition and capabilities of its reserve peacekeeping forces and promote continuous innovation in UN peacekeeping operations by facilitating the use of new technologies, Dong Jun said.
During his visit, the Chinese Defense Minister held talks with the UN Secretary General and Deputy Secretary General, and with defense ministers from countries such as France, Germany, Italy and Nepal.
(Editor: Yang Qian, Deng Jie)
