By Lu Jinfang, Wang Shuai, Yang Shiwei, Zhou Fei, Wang Liguo, Jin Lekang and Tang Han

JUBA, Oct. 22 -- All 521 peacekeepers of the 12th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry Battalion to the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) were awarded the UN Peace Medal of Honor on October 20, 2026.

In recognition of the Chinese peacekeepers' outstanding contributions to South Sudan's peace and stability, a medal-awarding ceremony was held at the Chinese peacekeeping camp of the UNMISS in Juba, the capital of South Sudan, on the same day.

Since its deployment to the mission area in last December, the 12th Chinese Peacekeeping Infantry battalion has executed more than 100 authorized missions, including joint patrols and armed escorts, covering a total mileage of over 14,000 kilometers. In addition, the battalion has conducted more than 20 humanitarian assistance activities, building a bridge of friendship between China and South Sudan with sincerity and care.

(Video Editor: Yang Xueqing)