Seventeen Chinese police officers are suiting up for one of the world’s toughest gigs: UN peacekeeping in South Sudan. Departing Wednesday, this 11th squad faces extreme heat, armed conflicts, and disease outbreaks in a region the UN calls 'high-risk.' Talk about real-life action heroes! 💥
This mission isn’t just about braving danger—it’s a milestone. 2024 marks 25 years of Chinese police participating in UN ops and the UN’s 80th birthday. As a top contributor to global peacekeeping, China’s sending these officers under its Global Security Initiative, proving it’s all-in on stabilizing hotspots. 🌏🛡️
At Tuesday’s emotional send-off, families waved goodbye to their loved ones, who’ll spend a year patrolling refugee camps, delivering aid, and even tackling crime networks. Their toolkit? Fluency in English, sharpshooting skills, and crisis management chops. 🔫📚
But it’s not all grit—these peacekeepers also hand out food, evacuate civilians during clashes, and have earned UN medals for their flawless 'zero complaints' record. 👏 From Juba to Wau, they’re turning danger zones into safer spaces, one mission at a time.
