A new generation of peace missions?: Exploring the colombian case

Abstract

The UN Security Council approved the establishment of a political mission in Colombia. The UN Verification Mission in Colombia to monitor the reintegration of FARC-EP has two precise objectives: to verify the bilateral cessation of fire and hostilities, and to accompany the process of laying down of the FARC-EP arms. This article analyses this UN mission in Colombia to ascertain if it can be considered one of a new generation of peacekeeping missions. The final statement wants to consider if the model of the Colombian mission could be implemented in other conflicts around the world.