India Hosts UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave For Global Peace
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The Indian Army will host the United Nations Troop Contributing Countries’ (UNTCC) Chiefs’ Conclave in New Delhi from 14 to 16 October 2025, bringing together senior military leadership from 32 nations that play a pivotal role in UN peacekeeping operations. This conclave is a major diplomatic and military event. UNTCC meetings are significant because they bring decision-makers from troop-contributing countries to one platform. These countries provide soldiers for UN peacekeeping missions in conflict zones like Africa, the Middle East, and parts of Asia. India, which has been part of UN peacekeeping since 1948, has sent more than 275,000 personnel to various missions, making it one of the largest contributors in UN history. Hosting such a conclave reflects India’s growing role in shaping international peacekeeping strategies.
Delegations from countries that contribute troops to UN peacekeeping missions across the globe are expected to arrive at New Delhi on 13 October 2025. The UNTCC serves as a vital forum to address operational challenges, evolving threats, interoperability, inclusivity in decision-making and the role of technology and training in strengthening UN peacekeeping.
These discussions are crucial because modern peacekeeping has changed significantly in recent years. Earlier, missions were mostly about monitoring ceasefires and supporting post-conflict reconstruction. Today, peacekeepers face complex situations, including terrorism, cyber threats, and political instability. Interoperability, the ability of different forces to work together, is especially important because missions often involve troops from multiple nations operating in tough environments. Technology, such as drones, secure communication tools, and AI-driven surveillance, is becoming essential in ensuring safety and efficiency.
As one of the largest contributors to UN missions, India is convening this high-level forum to deliberate on operational challenges, evolving threats, share best practices and build shared understanding on future peacekeeping. The Conclave reflects the ethos of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (the world is one family).
India has participated in over 50 UN peacekeeping missions and currently has personnel deployed in places like South Sudan, Congo, and Lebanon. Indian troops are respected for their discipline, humanitarian work, and professionalism. The spirit of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” aligns perfectly with the UN’s mission of global peace and cooperation. By hosting this event, India is not only contributing troops but also ideas, leadership, and vision for future peacekeeping strategies.
The programme will feature an address by Shri Rajnath Singh, Hon’ble Raksha Mantri, Shri S Jaishankar, Hon’ble EAM and Mr Jean Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations (USG, DPO). Plenary sessions will feature Chiefs and Heads of Delegations putting forth their viewpoints. Defence Exhibitions for shared capacity building, bilaterals and cultural exchanges will also feature during the conclave.
The presence of India’s Defence Minister and External Affairs Minister shows the importance of this conclave at both strategic and diplomatic levels. Mr Jean-Pierre Lacroix’s participation further highlights the UN’s trust in India’s leadership role. Defence exhibitions will showcase India’s growing defence manufacturing capabilities, including equipment that supports peacekeeping efforts like armoured vehicles, communication systems, and surveillance tools. Cultural exchanges will help strengthen personal and diplomatic ties between participating nations.
The conclave will witness participation from Algeria, Armenia, Australia, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Brazil, Burundi, Cambodia, Egypt, Ethiopia, Fiji, France, Ghana, Italy, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Madagascar, Malaysia, Mongolia, Morocco, Nepal, Nigeria, Poland, Rwanda, Sri Lanka, Senegal, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Uruguay and Vietnam. This diverse list of countries reflects how global peacekeeping efforts involve both developed and developing nations. Countries like Bangladesh and Nepal are also among the top troop contributors to UN peacekeeping missions. France and Italy bring strong operational experience, while African nations like Rwanda and Ethiopia have significant ground experience in peace operations. Such a gathering allows for cross-learning between nations with different resources, strategies, and challenges.
The event will stand as a testament to India’s unflinching commitment to global peace, stability and shared prosperity. India’s history of peacekeeping is marked by courage and sacrifice. More than 170 Indian soldiers have lost their lives while serving under the UN flag. India’s commitment goes beyond military support; it includes providing medical teams, female peacekeepers, and logistical support. Hosting the UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave is another example of India stepping up to shape future global security conversations.