An international training course for peacekeepers from six countries – Kazakhstan, Armenia, China, France, Japan and Pakistan – has begun in Almaty. Participants are studying approaches to protecting civilians during armed conflicts and humanitarian crises, with a particular focus on the safety of women, children and the elderly. Special attention is being given to the provisions of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 and the role of women in peacekeeping missions. The training is being conducted in English at the Peace Operations Center of the Ministry of Defense by Kazakh and international experts jointly with the OSCE Programme Office. According to the organizers, the training helps peacekeepers apply international standards and practical experience, while also strengthening professional skills and cooperation in maintaining peace and security.
«The main focus of this course for military
personnel and peacekeepers is the gender dimension of international
peacekeeping operations and civilian missions. This aspect plays an important
role in protecting civilians. I would also like to emphasize that the course
combines both theoretical and practical training. It is being held for the
fourth time,» noted Assel Karatayeva, Acting Senior
Politico-Military Officer, OSCE Programme Office in Astana.
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