Maintaining peace: Protecting the Homeland Early and From Afar

Vietnam's Ministry of Public Security is actively engaged in United Nations peacekeeping operations, viewing these missions as a strategic extension of its national security doctrine: "Protecting the Homeland Early and From Afar." This approach signifies a shift from solely defending borders to proactively addressing security threats at their source, thereby establishing an external security and defense perimeter.

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Protecting the Homeland Early and From Afar is a consistent viewpoint, a top priority strategic orientation in the cause of building and defending the socialist country in the new era.

Since 2022, the Ministry has successfully deployed eight teams, totaling 30 officers, to challenging UN missions. These include deployments to UNMISS in South Sudan, UNISFA in Abyei, and MINUSCA in the Central African Republic. Additionally, one officer is stationed at UN Headquarters in New York. The number of officers per team has increased over time, reflecting growing experience and capability in multinational environments.

These deployments are not merely about contributing to international peace but also about gathering intelligence on emerging security threats. By operating in complex global hotspots, Vietnamese officers gain firsthand knowledge of the methods used by transnational criminal organizations, terrorist groups, and sources of political instability. This on-the-ground understanding is crucial for forecasting potential risks to Vietnam's national security.

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peacekeeping operations of the People's Public Security force not only demonstrate Vietnam's responsibility to the international community but also contribute to establishing security defenses and protective perimeters from outside the territorial borders.

Looking ahead, the Ministry plans to deploy further teams and increase the presence of Vietnamese officers in high-level positions within the UN system. The stationing of an officer at UN Headquarters in New York marks a significant milestone, allowing Vietnam to transition from a contributor of forces to a participant in shaping global security policies. This strategic involvement aims to safeguard national interests and the political regime from the core of international decision-making.

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The results achieved are not only a testament to the practical combat capability in a multinational environment but also help us proactively grasp and control security risks from their origins.