What is the official operational designation given to Indonesian military and police peacekeeping contingents deployed under the United Nations flag since 1957?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Garuda Contingent (Kontingen Garuda / KONGA)
- Step 1: Indonesia has deployed peacekeepers to UN missions since Kontingen Garuda I was sent to Egypt in 1957 following the Suez Crisis. Step 2. Indonesia ranks consistently among the top ten troop- and police-contributing countries to UN peacekeeping operations (PKO). Answer: Garuda Contingent (Kontingen Garuda / KONGA). Why not the others: KONGA is the historic and official military designation.
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