Garuda Contingent
The Garuda Contingent (Indonesian: Kontingen Garuda), abbreviated KONGA, is a Peacekeeping unit drawn from the Indonesian military; currently titled Tentara Nasional Indonesia (TNI) and originally known as Angkatan Perang RI, that serve with the United Nations (UN). Since its first mission starting on 27 November 1956, KONGA has deployed to three continents.
| Garuda Contingent | |
|---|---|
| Kontingen Garuda | |
Indonesian peacekeeping Garuda XX contingent during a pre-deployment departure ceremony in 2003 | |
| Active | 27 November 1956 – present |
| Country | Indonesia |
| Allegiance | United Nations |
| Branch | Indonesian Army |
| Type | Deployment |
| Role | Peacekeeping |
| Size | Up to battalion strength (Batalyon Angkatan Darat Republik Indonesia) |
| Nickname(s) | KONGA |
| Engagements | Various peacekeeping missions for the United Nations |
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