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STATEMENT BY

COLONEL SHAMSURI NOORDIN

MILITARY ADVISER

PERMANENT MISSION OF MALAYSIA TO THE UNITED NATIONS

 

 

FOR GROUP OF FRIENDS AMBASSADORIAL-LEVEL MEETING ON

SAFETY AND SECURITY OF UN PEACEKEEPERS IN THE

CONTEXT OF EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES

UNITED NATIONS HEADQUARTERS, NEW YORK

 

 

Mr. Chair,                                             

 

Thank you for convening this important Group of Friends meeting. Malaysia reiterates that the safety and security of peacekeepers must remain the highest priority. We believe that two key shifts are essential in the context of emerging technologies.

 

2.      Firstly, equipping our peacekeepers with technologically advanced equipment and weaponry is of paramount importance. The strategic integration of cutting-edge technology into peacekeeping operations serves as a powerful deterrent against hostile entities.

3.      This integration will significantly enhance our forces' capability to respond swiftly and effectively to emerging threats in peacekeeping missions. A technologically empowered peacekeeping force not only projects strength and moral authority but also reinforces the collective resolve to uphold peace and security.

 

4.      Secondly, we must place greater emphasis on capacity-building. As a longstanding troop-contributing country, Malaysia strongly believes in the critical importance of training, particularly in areas that enhance interoperability, facilitate knowledge-sharing, and improve the overall safety and effectiveness of peacekeepers. As missions grow more complex, it is imperative that we invest in training programmes that not only develop core operational competencies but also prepare personnel to effectively integrate and utilise advanced technologies.

 

5.      At the same time, we must ensure that our institutional frameworks and policies evolve in tandem with these technological developments. This includes revising operational doctrines, updating standard operating procedures, and establishing clear guidelines for the ethical and responsible use of emerging technologies.

 

6.      In conclusion, by equipping our peacekeepers with modern tools, investing in comprehensive capacity-building, and ensuring our institutional frameworks remain agile and responsive, we can build a force that is not only operationally ready and effective but also guided by strong values and a deep sense of responsibility. Thank you.