UN Transitional Authority in Cambodia

The UN Transitional Authority in Cambodia (UNTAC) was a peacekeeping mission established in the early 1990s to restore stability following decades of conflict, including the Khmer Rouge regime. It aimed to oversee a transition to democracy by organizing free elections, promoting human rights, and helping to rebuild the country's institutions. UNTAC was tasked with disarming factions, ensuring the safety of voters, and facilitating humanitarian assistance. Its efforts culminated in the 1993 elections, which were the first multiparty elections in Cambodia’s history, ultimately contributing to the establishment of a more stable political environment.