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Operating effectively in post-conflict situations and fragile states requires holistic and integrated management of security, diplomatic and development inputs. The focus is on rebuilding the institutions necessary to prevent future conflicts and provide a sustainable peace.
New Zealand is currently engaged in three major integrated peace support operations - in Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste and Afghanistan. Collectively, these operations absorb over 400 New Zealand personnel and approximately NZ$120 million annually. This represents a significant contribution for New Zealand.
Maintenance of law and order and the rebuilding of state institutions, particularly governance and economic management, are the focus of New Zealand’s engagement in the Solomon Islands and the Regional Assistance Mission in Solomon Islands (RAMSI).
Provision of security and maintenance of the rule of law is New Zealand’s primary focus in Timor-Leste. Over time New Zealand intends also to focus on security sector reform and capacity building.
The New Zealand security presence in Bamyan provides a platform for New Zealand’s police training and development contributions. New Zealand also provides training the Afghanistan army. Other New Zealand objectives include contributing to wider military efforts in Afghanistan and contributing to the international campaign against terrorism.
