NATO’s Defence Capacity Building package for UN Peacekeeping Training includes four lines of cooperation, aimed at helping the UN strengthen its ability to provide training for peacekeepers and improve their performance
KAMPALA, UGANDA – The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has strengthened its partnership with the United Nations Regional Service Centre in Entebbe, Uganda, in a bid to enhance peacekeeping training and operations.
According to sources, NATO’s Defence Capacity Building package for UN Peacekeeping Training has been expanded to include four key areas of cooperation: Counter-Improvised Explosive Devices, Military Performance Evaluation, Military Medicine, and Signals/Information and Communications Technology.
The partnership has already yielded significant results, with the successful completion of two joint capacity-building initiatives focused on information and communications technology. The initiatives, which began in September 2022, have improved the UN’s ability to provide training for peacekeepers and enhanced their performance.
NATO’s collaboration with the UN Regional Service Centre in Entebbe is seen as a strategic move to foster greater security and stability in the region. The partnership is expected to have far-reaching implications for international peace and security, particularly in NATO’s Southern Neighbourhood.
Experts say the partnership demonstrates NATO’s commitment to supporting UN peacekeeping operations and highlights the importance of cooperation between international organizations in achieving global security goals.
The development comes as the UN faces increasing challenges in maintaining peace and security in various regions around the world. The partnership with NATO is seen as a significant boost to the UN’s capabilities and a testament to the effectiveness of international cooperation in addressing global security challenges.
