Key Takeaways:
- Nepal Army rotates 407 peacekeepers serving in South Sudan
- 203 troops deployed under the new contingent
- 204 personnel returned after completing UN assignments
- Nepal currently has 1,069 peacekeepers in the UNMISS mission
The Nepali Army has rotated 407 peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, with one contingent returning home as another takes over duties in the conflict-affected African nation.
A total of 203 personnel from the 16th contingent of the Narayandal Battalion departed for South Sudan on October 14, replacing members of the 15th contingent of the New Gorakh Battalion, according to the Nepal Army.
On the same day, 204 peacekeepers who had completed their deployment returned to Nepal after finishing their assignments under the UN mission.
The latest rotation underscores Nepal's continued contribution to international peacekeeping operations. The Nepal Army said 1,069 of its personnel are currently serving under the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.