DND pledges more PH troops for UN peacekeeping

Department of National Defense (DND) Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. expressed the Philippines' commitment to increasing its participation in United Nations peacekeeping missions during a session at the 2025 UN Peacekeeping Ministerial in Berlin, Germany.

Teodoro pledged to deploy one light infantry battalion and one formed police unit under the UN Peacekeeping Capability Readiness System (PCRS), while also continuing deployments of military observers and individual police officers.

The DND chief emphasized Manila's dedication to fostering regional cooperation and strengthening partnerships between the United Nations and regional organizations, such as hosting the 2025 ASEAN Peacekeeping Staff Exercise in September.

In light of severe funding shortfalls threatening UN peacekeeping operations worldwide, Teodoro signaled the Philippines' readiness to shoulder greater responsibilities.

The Philippines will continue to deploy military and police personnel globally while ensuring their effectiveness in fulfilling mandates, upholding the highest standards of conduct and professionalism.