India re-elected to UN Peacebuilding Commission from 2025-26

The UN Peacebuilding Commission, a strategic advisory body consisting of 31 member states, supports peace efforts in conflict-affected regions, promotes coordinated approaches. India's re-election to the commission for 2025-2026 signifies continued strategic leadership in international conflict resolution.

UN Peacebuilding Commission: Structural Overview

The UN Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) is a critical intergovernmental advisory body
Established in December 2005
Comprising 31 member states
Commission serves as a strategic bridge between the UN General Assembly and Security Council.

Its core mandate includes:

Supporting peace efforts in conflict-affected regions
Promoting coordinated and nationally-led peacebuilding approaches
Facilitating resource mobilization for post-conflict recovery
Integrating security, development, and human rights strategies
Developing best practices for international conflict resolution

The commission operates through a comprehensive framework that ensures:

Tailored advice for specific regional challenges
Dialogue among UN entities and member states
Sustainable development in post-conflict zones
Inclusive and effective peacekeeping initiatives

India's Significant Contributions to Peacekeeping

India stands out as a fundamental pillar in global peacekeeping efforts, demonstrating exceptional commitment through:

Founding membership of the Peacebuilding Commission
Deployment of approximately 6,000 military and police personnel
Operations across nine critical regions, including:
- Abyei
- Central African Republic
- Cyprus
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Lebanon
- Middle East
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Western Sahara