Faisal Shahkar

If we don't #InvestInPeace we put thousands of lives at risk. Budget gaps are forcing @UN Peacekeeping missions to reduce troops & police by 25% & significantly cut civilian staff. Learn how this affects missions' ability to protect communities. Read 👉peacekeeping.un.org/en/budget-gaps…

🎖️ Honoring their dedicated efforts, 21 #UNMISS @UNPOL officers from #Thailand 🇹🇭 were awarded the United Nations Medal. Of the 21 officers, 15 are women, reflecting the country's efforts to advance women’s participation in peacekeeping and promote gender equality. Find more photos: tinyurl.com/fs8bub54 #A4P

Nigerian Officer Wins UN Award for Transforming Prisons in Congo passblue.com/2025/10/14/nig…

Officer in Charge of @UN_OROLSI and @UN_POLAD Faisal Shahkar congratulates #WTA2025 winner Olukemi Ibikunle of #Nigeria 🇳🇬. @UNPOL Commissioner Shahkar also stressed the urgent need for more uniformed women in @UNPeacekeeping.

On 15 October, I chaired the Police Division meeting for October, reflecting on our collective progress and upcoming priorities. We also took time to recognize colleagues who will soon complete their assignments—thank you for your dedication and service to @UNPOL @chief_spc #Teamwork

Pleased to meet with Mr. Khassim Diagne, Special Representative of the UN Secretary General and Head of @UN_CYPRUS during his visit to #UNHQ New York. We discussed the mission’s priorities, the impact of @UNPOL post reductions, and his vision for leadership and collaboration @UNPeacekeeping

On behalf of Police Division, I bid farewell to Ms. Ablavi Nodjigno of 🇹🇬, after four years of dedicated service as Police Selection and Recruitment Officer. Her professionalism and commitment greatly strengthened @UNPOL's recruitment and women’s empowerment. Wishing her continued success! @UNPeacekeeping #A4P

.@UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar continued his official visit to the #UN Standing Police Capacity with key meetings with its senior management team, a town hall with staff and one-on-one engagements to discuss the #UN80 initiative, staffing, deployments and staff welfare.

.@UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar was honored to have @UN_OROLSI Assistant Secretary-General Alexandre Zouev join the #UN Police Division's monthly meeting to provide updates on ongoing reform efforts related to #UN80 and the Organization's strategic priorities ahead of #UNGA2025.

.@UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar met with Special Envoy for the Horn of Africa, Mr. Guang Cong, to congratulate him on his new assignment. They reaffirmed UNPOL's key role in peace strategies in the region, particularly police capacity building and transition planning in Somalia.

.@UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar welcomed Mr. Premsak Lertsuriyakul (🇹🇭) to the Police Division Mission Management and Support Section. He brings extensive experience in national and int'l policing, including service with the UN in #Liberia and #SouthSudan. #ServingForPeace

.@UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar welcomed @UNISFA_1 Police Commissioner Helmey Hilma Laudika Abraham (🇳🇦) during her in-briefing at Headquarters. She brings extensive national and international policing experience, including with the previous UN mission in Sudan.

Un terrible accident de la route a eu lieu hier en République centrafricaine. 5 collègues de @UNPOL du Congo, déployés à la #MINUSCA, restent portés disparus. Nos pensées vont à eux et à leurs familles. Courage aux équipes de recherche, et prompt rétablissement aux blessés.

During the Global Public Security Conference in Lianyungang, China, @UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar highlighted partnerships, training and capacity-building with Member States, including China, and other partners for enhancing global security cooperation and the rule of law.

.@UNPOL Adviser Faisal Shahkar was pleased to meet H.E. Muhammad Ishaq Dar, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Pakistan during #UNGA, who reaffirmed his country's strong commitment to enhancing global peace, security and partnerships.

Grateful for @ElsieFund's new pilot project in #SouthSudan to help ensure women's full participation in mission-critical tasks and contribute to lasting peace in the country. #WomenInPeacekeeping #WomenPeaceSecurity @unmissmedia ▶️peacekeeping.un.org/en/elsie-initi…

Showcasing women’s voices & their contributions to peace & security, the “Through Her Lens: Women Rising for Peace” exhibit is a reminder that when women & girls rise, everyone thrives. I thank @unwomenchief for sharing this unique exhibit with me. un.org/en/exhibits/ex…

With peace ops facing unprecedented challenges we need strong partnerships & the concrete support of Member States now more than ever. Thanks to #Ghana & #Sweden for organizing the 2025 @ChallengesForum & dedicating it to the review on the future of @UN peace operations. #CAF25

Thank you #India for hosting the @UN Troop-Contributing Countries Conclave with Military Chiefs. With resource constraints, we need collaborative & innovative solutions to continue building the capacity of peacekeepers and ensure sustainable & efficient peace ops. #UNTCC2025

.@UNPOL Adviser and head of @UN_OROLSI Faisal Shahkar welcomed Amb. Martin Ngoga, Permanent Representative of #Rwanda to the UN, to thank him for his country's vital role in global peace and security as the largest contributor of police to @UNPeacekeeping.