China’s Role in the UN Peacekeeping Operations in Africa

Since China reclaimed its legitimate seat at the UN in 1971, China has always followed the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and actively participates in the activities of the UN and its specialized agencies which are favorable to global peace and progress. A number of global issues have involved China in a significant way, such as reducing the armed forces, protecting the environment, safeguarding human rights, resolving regional conflicts and so on. 2023 marks the 67th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Africa. China and Africa have throughout the years taken a unique road of collaboration on the path of development and revitalization, written a wonderful chapter of mutual help, and set a brilliant example for creating a new kind of international relations. However, as the most important form of cooperation between China and Africa in the security field, China’s involvement in the UN peacekeeping missions in Africa may not undergo so smoothly as imagined. Therefore, this paper focuses on the role China exerts in the UN peacekeeping operations in Africa, reflects upon the obstacles China encounters in this course and puts forward suggestions accordingly for future participation.