UNTCC CHIEFS’ CONCLAVE 2025 CONCLUDES IN NEW DELHI WITH SHARED COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENING UN PEACEKEEPING
UNTCC CHIEFS’ CONCLAVE 2025 CONCLUDES IN NEW DELHI WITH SHARED COMMITMENT TO STRENGTHENING UN PEACEKEEPING
The UNTCC Chiefs’ Conclave 2025, hosted by the Indian Army from 14-16 October 2025, concluded today with high-level deliberations, solemn ceremonies and reaffirmation of collective resolve to strengthen United Nations peacekeeping operations.
Smt Droupadi Murmu, the Hon’ble President of India interacted with the Chiefs and Representatives of UN Troop Contributing Nations, during a Call On at Rashtrapati Bhawan. Highlighting the positive contribution of Indian Peace-keepers, the President appreciated all the participating countries in their resolve towards sustainable peace and prosperity. She expressed her happiness of coming together of countries in the UN TCC Chiefs’ Conclave to collectively evolve workable framework for future peace-keeping operations in the challenging world order. The Hon’ble President stressed on the need to coopt all stake holders and exploit technology to ensure deeper cooperation, enduring friendship and safety of UN peace-keepers.
Earlier, Shri S Jaishankar, Hon’ble External Affairs Minister of India, in his address, underscored the need to recalibrate global peacekeeping efforts in tune with evolving realities. Highlighting that the nature of conflicts has transformed with the rise of non-state actors and asymmetric warfare, he called for decisions on peacekeeping mandates to be taken in close consultation with all stakeholders, including troop-contributing and host nations. Dr Jaishankar emphasised that while UN peacekeeping remains a cornerstone of global stability, it must adapt to emerging challenges through realistic mandates, better technology and enhanced safety for peacekeepers.
An Interactive Session on “Leveraging Technology in UN Peacekeeping” brought together Chiefs and Representatives of UN TCC and 15 industry leaders, to explore the role of innovation and indigenous solutions in enhancing operational effectiveness. Discussions highlighted the potential of emerging technologies in improving situational awareness, logistics, and troop safety and provided opportunities to share and mutually benefit from each others capabilities and possibilities on offer.
General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff, held a series of bilateral meetings with the Army Chiefs of Burundi, Tanzania, Poland, Ethiopia, Nepal and Uganda. The discussions centred on strengthening defence cooperation, enhancing interoperability and fostering closer coordination in future peacekeeping missions. These engagements reflected the Conclave’s overarching spirit of dialogue, partnership and shared commitment towards promoting global peace, stability and collective security.
A Defence Expo featuring nine operational domains and 41 exhibitors was organised as part of the UN TCC Chiefs’ Conclave, showcasing a wide range of indigenous weapon systems, platforms and cutting-edge technologies. The exhibition reflected India’s growing emphasis on Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) in defence production, underscoring the nation’s commitment to design, develop and manufacture advanced military systems through indigenous innovation and industry collaboration.
Earlier in the day, the distinguished UNTCC Chiefs accompanied by their spouses, paid homage at the National War Memorial in New Delhi, honouring the supreme sacrifice of India’s bravehearts. This was followed by a tree plantation ceremony at the Manekshaw Centre, symbolising a joint pledge towards sustainability and a greener future in line with the spirit of peacekeeping. The Ashoka saplings planted in the ‘Peacekeepers Grove’ is in consonance with the national initiative – “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”, symbolising gratitude, care and the nurturing bond that connects humanity and nature.
Key Takeaways
The Conclave concluded with an unanimous affirmation that UN peacekeeping must adapt to new realities through: –
Over the past three days, the Conclave brought together UNTCC Chiefs’ from 32 nations, senior UN officials, policymakers and industry leaders. The deliberations, cultural exchanges and operational showcases stood as a testament to India’s commitment to bring together consensus through a collaborative approach towards a shared vision of a secure, inclusive and stable world order.
