29 May - International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers

Today, 29 May is the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. Adopted by the General Assembly in resolution 57/129, the day has two main purposes:

  • to honour the memory of the UN peacekeepers who have lost their lives in the cause of peace; 
  • to pay tribute to all the men and women who have served and continue to serve in UN peacekeeping operations for their high level of professionalism, dedication and courage. 

Read more and learn how this day is being commemorated through the website.

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