MISSION

To impart specialized multifaceted training to national and multinational military, police and civilian participants on peace operations in accordance with current international standards through research, education and professional programmes.

VISION

To promote global peace and security as an international Centre of Excellence.

 

12th AGM and WORKSHOP AAPTC-2024

In the framework of the UN conceptual objectives referring to the execution of measures for cooperation in peacekeeping education and training, Association of Asia-Pacific Peace Operations Training Centers in short AAPTC is created to promote better efficiency and efficacy in the preparation of personnel appointed for UN operations. The AAPTC is an entity conformed with the centers and government institutions of the Asia-Pacific region in partnership with Global Peace Operation Initiative dedicated mainly to train and educate members of national armed forces, security forces and civilian personnel appointed to participate in peace keeping operation under UN mandate.    

          Since inception in 2011, BIPSOT has been performing the role of Secretariat of AAPTC and holds the general meeting annually. Importantly, this is the first time Bangladesh is hosting the event-12th AGM and Workshop from 27 May to 30 May.

          47 Overseas Participants including UN Headquarters and 22 local participants joined this year’s AGM and workshop. On 27 May, opening ceremony was held and Respected Chief of Army Staff of Bangladesh Army graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. In the speech he expressed his belief that all representatives of AAPTC member countries would make valuable experience away from the meeting. Inauguration of simulation training “UN POST” during this year’s AAPTC,  greatly enhanced capacity building efforts and readiness initiative of BIPSOT for various complex situations encountered in peace missions and humanitarian operations,

          Themed “"Development of multi-dimensional peacekeeping training

modules with the use of new technologies to deal with the evolving

asymmetric threats"- the four-day event achieved all the goals and requirements as planned.

          For the first time, a key note speech was introduced in this annual conference which generated lot of interests among the participants. Subsequently, two different members and observers groups shared their views in the sub theme discussions. Member and observer countries of this association presented their respective training updates in the 2nd day of conference. There were also Commandants and Instructors breakout sessions to regulate commitments and resources to meet the UN’s requirements. There was an exclusive session for other regional association as well.

          On 29 May, overseas participants were exposed to observe the ‘International Day of UN peacekeepers’ at Dhaka.  As part of cultural tour, visit of Bangobondhu Military Museum also offered a fascinating glimpse of Bangladesh's proud Liberation War and modernization of armed forces. Besides, there was a stunning cultural evening showcasing rich heritage of Bangladesh last evening.

          Besides, Annual General Meeting held today prioritized the common strategies and plans to promote initiatives and capacity building measures.

          With the aim of establishing the peace in the world -today this conference is going to end. Through all these successful events for last four days, the 12th AGM and Workshop of AAPTC has created a premise for AAPTC member countries to re-establish their collective working methods towards a common goal and is found to be an ideal occasion to open up new relationships and strengthen cooperation among its members and observers.