Furthermore, a consequent result of these varied interests and international pressures mean that decisions on troop allowance for peacebuilding missions are decided mostly by selfish interest, rather than by what is actually needed in the relevant state. This can be seen in Sierra Leone, as initially developed countries did not supply any troops to the UNAMSIL mission, as the “financial and social burdens” appeared to high (Evoe, 2008, p86). This resulted in a largely “underequipped” UNAMSIL and ECOMOG force prior to British military intervention, which as Pickering explains consequently “failed to pose a credible threat to the RUF” (2009, p26).
In the case of Sierra Leone, various forces were present to try and enforce peace on the increasing
In the case of Sierra Leone, various forces were present to try and enforce peace on the increasing