High -level discussion of Security Council on the subject of “Enhance adaptability to UN peacekeeping companies” organized by Denmark, in which the country’s foreign minister was chaired, Lars Locke Rasmusen.

The event started with a speech by the UN Secretary -General, Antonio Guterres, He emphasized the crucial role played by UN peacekeeping operations in protecting vulnerable communities around the world. It has recognized the increasingly difficult challenges that these businesses face, such as prolonged conflicts, cross -border threats, including terrorism and organized crime, as well as the effects of climate change.

The Secretary -General emphasized the need for peacekeeping companies to adapt to these new realities, citing examples such as the UN -targeted approach to Haiti and enhanced cooperation with regional organizations such as the African Union.

The debate was a platform for the Member States of the Security Council to exchange views on the strengthening of UN peacekeeping operations, which is directly linked to the commitments raised in the context of the “Pact for the Future”, adopted by the UN General Assembly in September 20.

“UN peacekeeping operations remain” the most effective, universally accepted and irreplaceable mechanism “for the maintenance of international peace and security” He emphasized in his posting on the issue the permanent representative of Greece, Evangelos Sekeris.

Mr Sekeris highlighted the key role of peace missions in promoting political dialogue and peaceful disputes in areas such as “Cyprus, Lebanon, West Sahara, the Congo People’s Republic, Somalia, Haiti and Afghanistan”, spelling about “Effective Multipurpose in Action”.

Greece expressed its “sincere gratitude” to the UN peacekeeping missions that serve under “the most difficult conditions” and condemned “in the most categorical way every attack and hostile action against peacekeeping”.

As a country contributing troops and as a member of EUGreece supports EU businesses that are in line with security council orders, such as “Irini Operation”, “Eufor Althea”, “business Aspides” and “Atalanta”, emphasizing the “ever -increasing maritime importance” in peacekeeping.

Mr. Sekeris referred to his adoption ‘Pact for the future’ And he emphasized that the upcoming review of peacekeeping must focus on three key priorities: Effectiveness, political solutions and sustainable funding and regional partnerships.

Greece emphasized the need for peacekeeping business to give priority to ‘Agenda Women, Peace and Security’ and children’s protection, pointing out that missions should incorporate “The highest standards of child protection and gender -integrating issues”.

Mr Sekeris emphasized the importance of accountability, calling for discussions on a ‘Integrated International Legal Framework’ For crimes from and by peacekeeping.

In closing, the Greek Permanent Representative reiterated Greece’s commitment to reinforcement ‘Political Unity within the Council’ For peacekeeping operations.

“Greece is committed to working to strengthen the political unity within the Council on the issue of peacekeeping and expressing the sincere hope that the forthcoming United Nations Ministerial Council for peace in Berlin will create a positive dynamic for promoting adaptability to the United Nations.” he said.