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Peace and Security

The maintenance of peace and security, as enshrined in the UN Charter, is a common goal of Ireland and our EU partners. Our work towards this goal is based on experience of conflict in Ireland, on well-established policies pursued with our international partners, and by the contribution of our Defence Forces internationally.

International Security Policy

In addition to Ireland’s proud tradition of UN peacekeeping, Irish experts with a range of skills are deployed as part of a comprehensive approach to tackling the root causes of conflict.

Disarmament

From the formulation of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty in 1968 to the present day, Ireland has played a leading role in the promotion of disarmament.

Neutrality

Our policy to military neutrality is characterised by non-membership of military alliances and complements our promotion of peace and stability.

Conflict Resolution

Our experience of the Northern Ireland peace process and of international peacekeeping, development and human rights, led to the establishment of our Conflict Resolution Unit in 2007.

Peacekeeping

Our tradition of peacekeeping stretches back to 1958 and continues today with Defence Force and civilian participation in a broad range of operations.

CSDP

The CSDP provides the EU with the capacity to undertake peacekeeping and conflict prevention missions outside the Union in accordance with UN principles.

Women, Peace & Security

We work to empower, to protect and to promote the rights of women in conflict and post-conflict situations.

International Priorities

Ireland plays an active role in the world and we make valuable contributions to international affairs through our involvement in multilateral organisations and initiatives.

Protecting Civilians in Urban Warfare

Towards a political declaration to address the humanitarian harm arising from the use of explosive weapons in populated areas
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