New Delhi, Feb. 24 -- In a powerful speech at the inaugural session of the Conference for Women Peacekeepers from the Global South, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday emphasised the nation's enduring commitment to the United Nations' peacekeeping efforts and its continuous support for women in peace and security roles.

Marking the 25th anniversary of the adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 1325 on Women, Peace, and Security, Jaishankar highlighted how this resolution has advanced the role of women in peacekeeping.

"India is proud of its contributions and association with UN peacekeeping, a commitment that spans decades. Since the 1950s, India has contributed over 290,000 peacekeepers across more than 50 missions. In...