Publication

This report explores UN peacekeeping missions and operations, arguing for their reform. It highlights the changes in peacekeeping operations since the Cold War and the increased focus on addressing human rights violations and internal conflict. The authors draw lessons from the UN's peacekeeping history, including on involvement by members, gathering political support, securing military equipment and funding. They discuss recommendations for reform such as altered national commitments to peacekeeping, budgets, the organization of forces and equipment.