United Nations (UN) peace operations need to shift from rigid, one-size-fits-all models to flexible, contextspecific approaches. The increasing complexity of mandates often overburdens missions and dilutes their focus. Stronger partnerships with regional organisations are needed, along with better coordination within the UN system and proactive planning for mission transitions. Securing adequate and predictable resources to ensure peace operations meet their objectives is also vital.

About the authors

Dawit Yohannes, Project Manager and Senior Researcher, Meressa K Dessu, Senior Researcher and Training Coordinator, Emmaculate Liaga, Researcher and Tsion Belay, Researcher, Institute for Security Studies.

Eugene Chen, Director, Peacebuilding, Prevention and Protracted Crises, New York University’s Center on International Cooperation.