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China has significantly increased its financial contribution to UN peacekeeping missions, becoming the second-largest contributor after the US. This move occurs amidst growing geopolitical tensions that are hindering multilateral peace operations. A Swedish think tank warns that continued underfunding could lead to a substantial weakening of the UN's conflict management capabilities. AI
The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has issued a warning that global tensions and funding shortages are significantly endangering peacekeeping missions. Troop numbers have dropped to a 25-year low, with fewer than 79,000 international staff deployed by the end of 2025. This decline, with 58 operations active, marks the first time since 2016 that the number has fallen below 60, potentially leading to more severe conflicts and greater civilian impact. AI
