Ireland's UN Peacekeeping Policy During the Cold War Era

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Focusing on the establishment of Irish Peacekeeping Policy, the book utilizes declassified primary sources from the Irish National Archives to explore governmental decision-making for UN peacekeeping missions. It analyzes discussions, debates, and internal communications among the Irish Government and the UN, highlighting a three-step process involving coordination with other states, internal government discussions, and legislative debates. The author aims to enhance understanding of Ireland's growing reputation as a significant contributor to UN peacekeeping and examines its unique state processes for personnel dispatch.