The Commandant Peace and Conflict Studies School (PCSS) Colonel E W Ngigi emphasized that the training will equip the participants with the relevant knowledge and skills to effectively work in United Nations (UN) Peace operations intelligence cells. She urged participants to approach the training with professionalism and commitment, as their expertise directly impacts mission success and the reputation of their respective forces.

The UN MPKI course has attracted 37 participants drawn from Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Tanzania, Mongolia, Cambodia, Zambia, Malawi, Gambia, Senegal and Ghana.

The course ensures a shared understanding of UN peacekeeping principles, guidelines, and policies, aligning with the CPTM standards. It supports Member States in preparing uniformed personnel for effective participation in UN peace operations through regional training of trainers’ programmes.

The UN Integrated Training Service (UN ITS) Team Leader, Training Policy & Standards Team, Lotta Hagman emphasized that the course contains essential knowledge for peacekeeping personnel and provides a shared understanding of the basic principles, guidelines and policies of UN peacekeeping.

The Commandant Peace and Conflict Studies School (PCSS), Colonel E W Ngigi highlighted the importance of the training stating, “This initiative is not just an update—it is a reaffirmation of IPSTC’s commitment to ensuring that peacekeepers are well-prepared to face the dynamic challenges of modern peace support operations. The course has 24 participants from 16 countries, including Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Malawi, Burundi, Tanzania, Morocco, Tunisia, Zambia, Senegal, Egypt, Cameroon, Liberia, Rwanda, Uganda and Ethiopia.

Also present during the opening was Lt Colonel G K Yegon, Chief Instructor PCSS, Lt Col P Arzrouni, Head of Training PCSS.

In his address, Mr. Moalem highlighted the importance of security and safety as fundamental pillars for progress and development, emphasizing that a stable and secure environment is crucial for fostering growth and prosperity. He urged participants to actively apply the knowledge and skills they acquire, emphasizing that their efforts would play a vital role in enhancing security and fostering development in their respective areas.

Commandant PCSS, Colonel E W Ngigi, in her remark, expressed sincere gratitude to the sponsors of the course, the Government of Netherlands, for funding the vital training. She welcomed the participants and informed them that the training seeks to equip them with relevant knowledge and skills to effectively work in United Nations (UN) PSO intelligence cells.