Lesson 2: Development of Peacekeeping Operations

 Video Transcript

Lesson 2 discusses the process of developing peacekeeping operations. You will learn how peacekeeping is defined in the UN Charter, as well as the role of the Security Council in maintaining international peace and security through resolutions and mandates. We then discuss the steps of deploying a peacekeeping mission, including the establishment of a Status of Forces Agreement, a Memorandum of Agreement, and the overall guidelines issued to the troop- and police-contributing countries by the Department of Peacekeeping Operations.