SYDNEY: New Zealand stated on Tuesday (Jun 11) it will ship 41 extra army personnel to the United Nations mission alongside the closely fortified Demilitarised Zone between North and South Korea, because it appears to step up its position in worldwide missions.
Defence Minister Judith Collins stated the choice to extend New Zealand’s army presence from 12 to as many as 53 on the UN Command Safety Battalion mirrored its dedication to assist peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula.
The mandate for the longstanding deployment to South Korea has been prolonged till September 2026, Collins stated.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has been working to extend New Zealand’s worldwide engagement since taking workplace final yr, together with sending a maritime safety group to the Purple Sea.
